The Rest Is Football podcast

The Rest Is Football

Join Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards for a new podcast bringing strong opinions on all the latest stories from the world of football. Hosted by three men who’ve been there and done it at the highest level of the game, The Rest is Football combines topical debate with outrageous tales from their careers. The essential new podcast for football fans.

Join Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards for a new podcast bringing strong opinions on all the latest stories from the world of football. Hosted by three men who’ve been there and done it at the highest level of the game, The Rest is Football combines topical debate with outrageous tales from their careers. The essential new podcast for football fans.

 

#224

Should Referees Be Mic’d Up & How Many Of Alan’s 260 PL Goals Were ‘Lucky’?

If refs wore microphones so we could hear them throughout the game, would that help provide more clarity? Or would it open a can of worms and make things worse? Is Micah right in thinking that for 10% of Alan’s goal he didn’t know where he was aiming? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss exactly what sets Rodri apart as the best player in the world at the moment? Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

Yesterday

31 MINS

31:06

Yesterday


#223

England Thump Ireland & The Big Questions Remaining For Tuchel

What have England learnt from Lee Carsely’s six games in charge? Who has really stepped up and taken their chance after so many players pulled out of the squad this time round? What are the main priorities for Thomas Tuchel when he takes over? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the decline in the Republic of Ireland side over the decades and the challenges they now face. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

18 Nov 2024

29 MINS

29:35

18 Nov 2024


#222

Gary Reacts To MOTD Farewell & England Get The Job Done In Greece

Why is now the right time for Gary to step away from Match of the Day after 25 years? Which England squad players impressed the most in Athens? Will we see Lee Carsley take a managerial role in club football next? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the fallout from the videos circulating online of David Coote that have led to his suspension by the PGMOL. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

15 Nov 2024

32 MINS

32:02

15 Nov 2024


#221

Will Spurs Win A Trophy This Season & Who Are The Best Centre Back Pairing In The Premier League?

Does Ange Postecoglou have what it takes to win Spurs’ first trophy in 24 years this season? Have Virgil Van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté surpassed Gabriel and William Saliba as the best Centre Back pairing in the Premier League? Gary, Micah & Alan also debate who was better in their prime: Mo Salah or Eden Hazard  Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at  [therestisfootball.com] (http://therestisfootball.com/)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

13 Nov 2024

25 MINS

25:48

13 Nov 2024


#220

Man City’s Mini-Crisis, Newcastle Find Their Groove & Mo Salah’s Greatness

What exactly is going wrong at Man City and how do they fix it? What has Eddie Howe done to find the right balance in this Newcastle team? Is Mo Salah actually underrated? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the key reason why Arsenal are struggling at the moment and how referees are now taking over all parts of the game. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

11 Nov 2024

45 MINS

45:15

11 Nov 2024


#219

The Perfect Start For Slot, Gyökores Sinks City & Trouble For The Gunners

What a start for Arne Slot as Liverpool sit on top of both the Premier League and the Champions League - League Phase. Ex Coventry man Viktor Gyökeres bags a hat-trick against favourites Manchester City, & Arsenal struggle again away at Inter Milan. Gary, Alan & Micah also discuss Celtic’s performance of the season beating RB Leipzig, plus what is going on with the holders Real Madrid. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at  [therestisfootball.com] (http://therestisfootball.com/)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

08 Nov 2024

32 MINS

32:38

08 Nov 2024


#218

Ballon D’or Boycott, Beating The Offside Trap & How Good You Have To Be To Play Premier League Footb...

Why was it wrong of Vinicius Jr and Real Madrid to boycott the Ballon d’Or ceremony? Which players are the best at beating the offside trap and how do they do it? How good do footballers really have to be to make it at the top level? Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at  [therestisfootball.com] (http://therestisfootball.com/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

06 Nov 2024

27 MINS

27:49

06 Nov 2024


#217

Liverpool Go Top, Arsenal & Manchester City Stumble, & A Huge Job For Rúben Amorim

Have Liverpool cemented themselves as genuine Title Contenders? How much do Arsenal miss Martin Ødegaard after falling 7 points off the top? How do Manchester City recover with all their injury woes? Gary, Alan & Micah also discuss the mammoth task Rúben Amorim has at Manchester United. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at [therestisfootball.com] (http://therestisfootball.com) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

04 Nov 2024

42 MINS

42:26

04 Nov 2024


#216

Battles With Ruud Van Nistelrooy, Turning Down Man United & Wenger’s Magic

Why could you not trust Ruud van Nistelrooy on the pitch? Was turning down Man United the right decision? How did Arsène Wenger make an immediate impact in his Arsenal revolution? Gary and Alan are joined by Arsenal legend Martin Keown to discuss his hugely successful career and why he initially left Arsenal because of a dispute over £50. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at  [therestisfootball.com] (http://therestisfootball.com/)   Buy Martin’s new book ‘On The Edge’ here: [https://linktr.ee/martinkeownbook] (https://linktr.ee/martinkeownbook) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

01 Nov 2024

48 MINS

48:09

01 Nov 2024


#215

Does The Ballon d'Or Really Matter?

Would the guys rather win the Ballon d'Or or a World Cup Golden Boot? What was the best pre-match team talk they were ever given? Does Big Meeks think Liverpool would be a better side without Mo Salah? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss a night of crisps and karaoke with Lionel Ritchie as they answer the best of your listener questions. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at  [therestisfootball.com] (http://therestisfootball.com/) . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

30 Oct 2024

32 MINS

32:08

30 Oct 2024


#214

TEN HAG SACKED

Who should be the next Manchester United manager? Was it a mistake keeping ten Hag this summer? Can Man Utd still attract the biggest managerial names? Gary, Alan and Micah react to the news of Erik ten Hag’s sacking in our first ever live episode recording. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

28 Oct 2024

36 MINS

36:09

28 Oct 2024


#213

Arsenal & Liverpool Show Their Credentials, Palmer Oozes Class & A Dodgy Penalty Decision Sinks Man ...

Have Arsenal and Liverpool shown enough to suggest they’ll keep pace with Man City in the title race? How is Chelsea’s set-up really helping get the best out of Cole Palmer? Why were VAR even getting involved in the penalty incident at the end of the Man Utd game? Gary, Alan and Micah also reflect on Barcelona’s thumping win in El Clásico and discuss whether this signals a true resurgence for the Catalan club. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

28 Oct 2024

35 MINS

35:13

28 Oct 2024


#212

Haaland’s Acrobatics, Ballon d’Or Predictions & The Battle To Be The No. 9

What magic did Haaland summon for his incredible spinning backheel volley? Is Villa’s rotation up front the secret of their success, or is there room to experiment with both Duran and Watkins? Does Lamine Yamal’s recent form hint at a Messi-like future for the youngster? Gary, Alan and Micah discuss all the key headlines from Matchday 3 of the Champions League as the English clubs make a fantastic start. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at [therestisfootball.com] (*Haaland%E2%80%99s%20Acrobatics,%20Ballon%20d%E2%80%99Or%20Predictions%20&%20The%20Battle%20To%20Be%20The%20No.%209*%20%20What%20magic%20did%20Haaland%20summon%20for%20his%20incredible%20spinning%20backheel%20volley?%20Is%20Villa%E2%80%99s%20rotation%20up%20front%20the%20secret%20of%20their%20success,%20or%20is%20there%20room%20to%20experiment%20with%20both%20Duran%20and%20Watkins?%20Does%20Lamine%20Yamal%E2%80%99s%20recent%20form%20hint%20at%20a%20Messi-like%20future%20for%20the%20youngster?%20%20Gary,%20Alan%20and%20Micah%20discuss%20all%20the%20key%20headlines%20from%20Matchday%203%20of%20the%20Champions%20League%20as%20the%20English%20clubs%20make%20a%20fantastic%20start.%20%20Sign%20up%20to%20The%20Rest%20Is%20Football%20newsletter%20at%20therestisfootball.com) . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

25 Oct 2024

40 MINS

40:51

25 Oct 2024


#211

How To Build The Perfect Footballer

Is Messi still the best player in the world? Are referees being unfair to Arsenal? Who are Micah and Alan's favourite bands? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the likelihood of England winning a major tournament under Thomas Tuchel as they answer the best of your questions. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at  [therestisfootball.com] (http://therestisfootball.com/)   Guinness makes its own debut as the Official Beer and Non-Alcoholic Beer of the Premier League. 18+ only, please drink responsibly and do not share with anyone under the legal drinking age. Search  [https://www.guinness.com/en-gb/sport/premier-league] (https://www.guinness.com/en-gb/sport/premier-league)  today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

23 Oct 2024

28 MINS

28:54

23 Oct 2024


#210

Liverpool Impress Once Again, Man City Leave It Late & Leicester’s Comeback Stuns Saints

Should Curtis Jones be a regular starter for Liverpool? Was it the correct call to allow John Stones’ late winner? How do Southampton pick themselves up mentally after throwing away a two-goal lead at home to one of the fellow promoted teams? Gary, Alan and Micah also reflect on Arsenal’s first loss of the season and whether they have a disciplinary problem or not. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Guinness makes its own debut as the Official Beer and Non-Alcoholic Beer of the Premier League. 18+ only, please drink responsibly and do not share with anyone under the legal drinking age. Search https://www.guinness.com/en-gb/sport/premier-league today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

21 Oct 2024

58 MINS

58:30

21 Oct 2024


#209

Sean Longstaff: The Tougher Side Of Eddie Howe, Big Game Mentality & Newcastle’s Trophy Hunt

Eddie Howe always seems like such a lovely bloke, but what is his tougher side really like? How do you build the belief to truly compete with the biggest clubs? Do Newcastle need to win a trophy for this period to be seen as successful? Gary and Alan are joined by Newcastle United midfielder Sean Longstaff to discuss the dream of playing for your boyhood club and what makes Alexander Isak and Sven Botman world-class players. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

18 Oct 2024

38 MINS

38:01

18 Oct 2024


#208

Thomas Tuchel: Pep’s Disciple Who Will Have No Problem Making Tough Decisions

Are Thomas Tuchel and Pep Guardiola more similar than we think? Should we expect to see him drop some of England’s attacking stars? Is winning the World Cup the only way this appointment will be seen as a success? Gary is joined by German football expert Raphael Honigstein to give us the details on exactly what we can expect from England’s latest managerial appointment. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

17 Oct 2024

29 MINS

29:36

17 Oct 2024


#207

Thomas Tuchel: New England Manager

Thomas Tuchel has signed a deal with The FA to become the new England manager. The 51-year-old German has signed an 18-month contract, starting on January 1st. Why have the FA opted for a foreign coach? Can Thomas Tuchel be the one to finally find the right balance in this England side? And does his style of play suit tournament football? Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

16 Oct 2024

32 MINS

32:16

16 Oct 2024


#206

England Still Searching For The Right Balance & What Next For Carsley?

How do England solve the current problem at left-back? Are we starting to see more defensive frailties creep in to the side as they look to be more progressive? Is that a problem? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss where things stand with Lee Carsley after the latest set of fixtures and whether he really wants the job full time. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

14 Oct 2024

29 MINS

29:50

14 Oct 2024


#205

Greece Stun Lacklustre England

Is it impossible to get the best out of Foden, Bellingham, Palmer and Saka when they’re playing in the same team? Did England get the defensive balance wrong or do we want to see them take more risks? What will Ollie Watkins be thinking after not getting a start in this game? Gary, Alan and Micah also pay tribute to George Baldock, who sadly died at his home in Athens earlier this week. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

11 Oct 2024

30 MINS

30:11

11 Oct 2024


#204

Liverpool’s Contract Conundrum, Dream 5-a-side Teams & Alan’s Surprise Presidential Campaign Appeara...

If Liverpool could only keep two of Salah, Van Dijk and Alexander-Arnold, who would you let go? Who would the lads pick in their ultimate 5-a-side teams? How on earth did Alan end up on one of Kamala Harris’ official TikTok videos? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss how Messi has perfected the art of the twilight years of your career. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

09 Oct 2024

28 MINS

28:08

09 Oct 2024


#203

Spurs Self Implode, The Big Three March On & MOTD Snacks

Are Tottenham their own worst enemy at times? Who will blink first in the title race out of Liverpool, Man City & Arsenal? What are the favourite treats and takeaways for the guys when they spend a full day working on Match of the Day? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss Man United’s ongoing problems as Alan outlines their three main areas of weakness. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

07 Oct 2024

47 MINS

47:19

07 Oct 2024


#202

Villa In Dreamland, Havertz Continues To Blossom & Real Madrid Wobble

Have Villa shown they’re here to stay at Champions League level after beating Bayern Munich? Is Kai Havertz showing he can be the No.9 that fires Arsenal to silverware? Are Real Madrid struggling to fit all their superstars into the team?  Gary, Alan and Micah review the latest round of Champions League matches and also discuss the implications for VAR after Bruno Fernandes’ red card was overturned by an independent FA panel. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at [therestisfootball.com] (http://therestisfootball.com) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

03 Oct 2024

46 MINS

46:10

03 Oct 2024


#201

The Most Intimidating Tunnel Walks & Dream 5-a-side Teams

Which stadium has the most hostile tunnel walk? Which players would like to dish it out in the tunnel before you even got on the pitch? Who would be in your dream 5-a-side team of current players? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the most mentally challenging moments of their careers as they answer the best of your listener questions. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at [therestisfootball.com] (http://therestisfootball.com) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

02 Oct 2024

34 MINS

34:28

02 Oct 2024