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The Good, The Bad & The Football

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Manchester United
Premier League
Arsenal
Liverpool
Manchester City
Newcastle United
Pep Guardiola
Ruben Amorim
Boxing
Christmas
Christmas Dinner
Tottenham Hotspur
Mohamed Salah
Mo Salah
Michael Carrick
Harry Maguire
FA Cup
Football
Liverpool Football Club
Kevin Keegan

Welcome to The Good, The Bad & The Football – the new show from Manchester United legends Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt and comedic superfan Paddy McGuinness. Every week, they dive into the conversations fans are really having - on WhatsApp groups, building sites and in barbershops across the country - served up with the humour and honesty only real Northern lads can deliver. Across the season, they... more

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Scott Carson steps into the studio to lifts the lid on what really drives City’s relentless dominance under Pep Guardiola, from the standards on the training pitch to the mentality inside the squad. He explains exactly what makes Guardiola such a uni... more

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Paul, Nicky and Paddy dive into Manchester City’s massive 2-1 win over Arsenal and what it means for the title race. Scholesy doesn’t hold back, arguing that Arsenal’s failure to deliver in the biggest moments has cost them yet again, while the lads ... more

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Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt & Paddy McGuinness welcome former Premier League manager Sam Allardyce onto the podcast. They discuss everything from Arsenal's loss to Bournemouth and its impact on the Premier League title race to Sam's time as Bolton manag... more

Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt and Paddy McGuinness are back together on the latest episode of The Good, The Bad & The Football.

The lads dig into Arsenal’s wobble after they suffered back-to-back defeats for the first time this season, with the latest com... more

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Recent Guests

Scott Carson
Premier League goalkeeper, former City player
Manchester City
Episode: Scott Carson: Pep SUBBED Me In TRAINING! Why Grealish At City Didn't Work & The Most FINED Player...
Sam Allardyce
Former football manager with extensive experience across Premier League clubs
Football
Episode: Arteta's CRAZY Methods BACKFIRE! Arsenal's BIGGEST Problem & Arteta's CRAZY Methods BACKFIRE! Arsenal's BIGGEST Problem & Our Football Regrets!
Kevin Nolan
Former Premier League player; Bolton, Newcastle, and West Ham veteran
Former clubs mentioned in episode
Episode: Nicky Butt & Kevin Nolan On De Zerbi To Tottenham?! Salah Leaving & Incredible Andy Carroll Story!
Emile Heskey
Former England international striker
Ex-Liverpool/Bolton/Wigan player
Episode: Max Dowman Wins Arsenal The Title! The Problem With Liverpool & Bruno To Break Assists Record?
Wes Brown
Former Manchester United defender
Manchester United
Episode: Wes Brown: The Truth About The Treble, Incredible Sir Alex Stories & Marking Lionel Messi!
Steve McClaren
Former England and Middlesbrough manager, currently involved in football commentary and coaching
Episode: Steve McClaren on England Regrets, Class Of 92 Secrets & The Truth About Ronaldo vs Ten Hag!
Tony Bellew
Former WBC Cruiserweight Champion
Episode: Can Anybody Stop Arsenal? The Return Of Man United’s DNA & Receiving Fergie’s Hairdryer!
Angry Ginge
Comedian and personality, featured on I'm A Celebrity
Episode: Angry Ginge On CLUELESS Man United, The Problem With Appointing Carrick & I’m A Celebrity Secrets!
Robbie Fowler
Former professional footballer and two-time Ballon d'Or nominee
Liverpool FC, England National Team
Episode: Robbie Fowler On The Spice Boys, Why He's UNDERRATED & Almost Joining Chelsea!

Hosts

Paul Scholes
Co-host; former Manchester United midfielder; known for candid, opinionated football analysis.
Nicky Butt
Co-host; former Manchester United midfielder; strong club history and insider perspectives.
Paddy McGuinness
Comedic superfan and co-host; brings humor and relatable commentary.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 326 ratings
  • Honest, Unfiltered Football chat for true fans!

    This is an outstanding podcast. Three mates relaxing and chatting about football, offering honest opinions—good or bad (hence the title). Paddy, a genuine football fan, asks grounded, down-to-earth questions to both football legends and their special guests. He poses the kinds of questions every fan would ask to uncover great behind-the-scenes stories. If you’re looking for an unbiased, no-agenda, relaxed football podcast that covers the game and everything around it, this is the one for you.

    Ke... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zappavin1
    United States23 days ago
  • Deflated

    Scholesy has been someone I’ve looked up to since I was a kid. I don’t think he realizes the weight of his words. It’s not just the comments about Carrick that was hurtful, but the fact that he tried to convince all of us that he didn’t mean it that way. Like we’re all just morons who will believe anything he says. He still holds a special place in my heart and always will, but I’m not going to support his platform anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Seanwilkes
    United States2 months ago
  • Top Pod!

    This is a really good insightful pod but Nicky just talks over the guests when they are mid story to talk about his own experience of whatever the guest is saying.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WC Italia 90
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Disappointing

    It’s just so sad. So so sad.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lshape
    United States2 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Although i’m a Newcastle and Carlisle fan, absolutely love the show. Manc lads need to pronounce their H’s though😂. Brilliant show👏👏👏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    datkinson40
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

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The show is praised for strong guest insights and entertaining stories, but feedback notes overtalking and long-led rants.
Strong humor and candid, nostalgic football anecdotes resonate; some reviews caution against overreliance on past glories.
Listeners appreciate the blunt banter and honesty, though some feel bias toward certain clubs or players.

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Talking Points

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Steve McClaren on England Regrets, Class Of 92 Secrets & The Truth About Ronaldo vs Ten Hag!
Q: What was your approach to handling media pressure during your time as England manager?
I learned to ignore the noise and focus on the players and their preparation, which was the most important thing.
Niall Horan On Secret Relationship With Mourinho, BRILLIANT Roy Keane Impression & When He Met Pele!
Q: What are your pre-gig superstitions?
I treat it like I'm having a night out, with a shower and getting ready, but I also do some moisturising and all that.
Niall Horan On Secret Relationship With Mourinho, BRILLIANT Roy Keane Impression & When He Met Pele!
Q: Did you do the gondolas, we would call that all?
Yes, I got ripped off from start to finish in Venice, but it was nice to have ticked it off my list.
Steve Bruce on Man Utd's SHOCK Win Vs Liverpool, His Newcastle Nightmare & Crazy Fergie OUTBURST!
Q: Steve, what was it like to manage Newcastle, considering the love for Rafa Benitez?
It was tough. I knew I was stepping into big shoes and faced immediate scrutiny.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Good, The Bad & The Football

What is The Good, The Bad & The Football about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid football-focused show hosted by three Northern personalities, delivering blunt opinions, banter, and behind-the-scenes stories from years around top clubs. Episodes swing between transfer chatter, managerial decisions, and deep dives into players' careers, often anchored by memorable guest insights and light-hearted, self-deprecating humor. Expect frank debates about current form, leadership, and club culture, punctuated by anecdotes from legends and occasional guest appearances that blend sport with broader entertainment. The tone is informal and entertaining, with a clear emphasis on authentic opinions over polished analysis, making it appealing to loyal football fans who enjoy personality-driven discussion and nostalgia alongsid... more

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1. Scott Carson
2. Sam Allardyce
3. Kevin Nolan
4. Emile Heskey
5. Wes Brown
6. Steve McClaren
7. Tony Bellew
8. Angry Ginge

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