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The Good, The Bad & The Football

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Manchester United
Premier League
Liverpool
Arsenal
Manchester City
Mohamed Salah
Mo Salah
Liverpool Football Club
Football Tactics
Ricky Hatton
Pep Guardiola
Gazza
Chelsea Football Club
Brazil
Blackburn Rovers
Jose Mourinho
FA Cup
Mental Health
Niall Horan
England National Team

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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Latest Episodes

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

Kevin Nolan steps into the hot seat alongside Nicky Butt and Paddy McGuinness for the latest The Good, The Bad & The Football.

Kevin and Nicky take a deep dive into Newcastle’s infamous 2009 relegation, with Kevin revealing the key mistake Alan Shea... more

The Good, The Bad & The Football is back with another brilliant episode. Paul, Nicky and Paddy kick things off with Manchester City’s League Cup win over Arsenal, with Scholesy calling it a “victory for football”. But where did it go wrong for Arsena... more

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Paul, Nicky and Paddy are joined by former Leicester, Liverpool and England striker Emile Heskey. The lads start with Arsenal’s win over Everton and the impact of teenage sensation Max Dowman. Nicky recalls first seeing Dowman play when he was just 1... more

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Recent Guests

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!
Paul Merson
Former professional footballer and football pundit
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Episode: Paul Merson: Arsenal’s title charge, Man Utd’s problems and living with Gazza

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
  • 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 Statesa month 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 Kingdoma month ago
  • Disappointing

    It’s just so sad. So so sad.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lshape
    United Statesa month 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 Kingdoma month ago
  • Awful

    Three idiots talking nonsense. If that’s your thing, go for it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    fed1985
    United Kingdoma month ago

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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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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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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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