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The Overlap

The Overlap
Premier League
Football
Manchester United
Liverpool
Manchester City
Wayne Rooney
Jermaine Defoe
Champions League
Soccer
Arsenal
Everton
Bayern Munich
England National Team
Jurgen Klopp
Chelsea
Tyson Fury
Gary Neville
Ibiza
Paul Scholes
Steven Gerrard

Welcome to The Overlap.

The biggest names in football, politics, business and world sport share real stories, reflecting on their careers & vulnerabilities.

Plus we’ll have The Fan Debate - with your club's biggest podcasters meeting rival fans to discuss the biggest stories in football.

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Latest Episodes

Kyle Walker sits down with Gary Neville for an exclusive interview, brought to you by Sky Bet.

The conversation begins with Kyle’s journey in football, starting at Sheffield United before earning a move to Tottenham Hotspur, where he established him... more

In this special exclusive interview brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary Neville sits down with Kyle Walker as he brings the curtain down on his international career with England.

With an incredible 96 caps for the Three Lions, Walker reflects on the hig... more

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Manchester United legend and former Ajax goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar takes on Gary Neville’s Quickfire Questions, brought to you by Sky Bet.

From his favourite film to thoughts on former Man United teammates and today’s top goalkeepers, Edwin gives... more

Welcome back to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet.

Football finance expert Kieran Maguire returns for another Price of Football special, joining Jamie Carragher, Wayne Rooney and some of the biggest fan channels in the country to break down ... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Walker
England and Manchester City defender
Manchester City / England
Episode: Kyle Walker Retires from International Football & Talks EURO's Regrets With Gary Neville
Josh Noble
Financial Times' sports editor and Crystal Palace fan
Financial Times
Episode: Football's Multi-Club Model & What Does It Mean For Fans? | The Overlap Fan Debate
Micky Van de Ven
Professional football player, currently playing as a defender for Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur
Episode: Micky Van de Ven: Spurs’ Season So Far, Ange vs Frank & Toughest Opponents | The Overlap Exclusive
Mike Dean
Ex Premier League referee, known for his controversial officiating decisions
Episode: Mike Dean: Refereeing Concerns, Big Manager Battles & That Aguero Goal! | The Overlap Fan Debate
David Beckham
Former footballer, global icon, and businessman.
Episode: Roy’s Toughest Opponent and Messi vs Ronaldo! | The Overlap
Ruud van Nistelrooy
Former professional footballer and striker.
Episode: Roy’s Toughest Opponent and Messi vs Ronaldo! | The Overlap
Robin van Persie
Former professional footballer and forward.
Episode: Roy’s Toughest Opponent and Messi vs Ronaldo! | The Overlap
Nemanja Vidić
Former professional footballer and Manchester United captain
Manchester United
Episode: Vidic: Man Utd, Playing with Ronaldo & Nearly Joining Liverpool | The Overlap Exclusive
Rio Ferdinand
Former professional footballer and defender for Manchester United
Manchester United
Episode: Vidic: Man Utd, Playing with Ronaldo & Nearly Joining Liverpool | The Overlap Exclusive

Host

Gary Neville
Football pundit and former player; frequent host across major episodes; associated with Sky Sports and football media.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Class

    I really love the podcasts. Mainly watch, but do listen. A bit like Youtube I wish on the podcast App/Spotify etc I wish they were all listed in blocks.

    It was what it was.

    The Overlap exclusive interviews

    The fan debates etc.

    I don’t listen to them all just stick to football and the overlap interviews

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Walden8
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Racist host

    I don’t believe racists should have a platform. Sack Gary Neville

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    westhall fox
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Host Thinks Subscribers are Britain's Problem

    Used to listen religiously! Sadly the host has turned on the majority of patriotic football fans blaming them for political unrest! If he "stuck to football" I'd still be here!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PerkyGuernsey81
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Neville fawns over Super League CEO - embarrassing

    What a joke this interview is, “Do you remember me saying you’re the most impressive operator..?” F8ck me Gary - you’re supposed to be interviewing the CEO of a club that chose to jump on the European super league bandwagon, and you’re more interested in swooning over the pitch and beer collaboration at their new stadium LOL

    The fact you get these interviews - Jim Ratcliffe was the same - is impressive, the fact you softball them with questions that pander to their ‘expertise’ and ‘success’ is g... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Cales23
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Shows taken a nose dive

    Making statements and having discussions just for clicks as the show goes on. Latest content was laughable, Scholes clearly has a chip on his shoulder probably because his beloved Man U are a laughing stock now.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JK1892
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Audio quality and production quality are recurring topics in feedback, with many pointing to subpar sound at times.
Guests and interviews are highly valued, though some criticise the host dynamics and perceived bias in discussions.
The show delivers insightful football interviews and banter, but some listeners feel politics enter too often.

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Kyle Walker Retires from International Football & Talks EURO's Regrets With Gary Neville
Q: Do you think you'll ever come back if the phone rings?
He says it could happen, but he wants to close the book on his terms and believes there is enough cover for England; a comeback would depend on the country's needs and his circumstances.
Kyle Walker Retires from International Football & Talks EURO's Regrets With Gary Neville
Q: What conversations have you had with Thomas Tuchel, the current manager?
Walker explains there have been multiple conversations as Tuchel has spoken to several players; he respected the approach and noted it's been hard to crack the England setup when not at a top club, but his focus was on playing at Burnley to earn England opportunities.
Edwin van der Sar’s 19 Quickfire questions with Gary neville | The Overlap
Q: What is the most difficult thing that you faced in life?
Health issues that occurred with my wife in 2009 were the most challenging.
Edwin van der Sar’s 19 Quickfire questions with Gary neville | The Overlap
Q: What still excites you about the game?
The complexity and knowledge that players possess nowadays excites me.
Edwin van der Sar’s 19 Quickfire questions with Gary neville | The Overlap
Q: Who is the hardest striker that you've ever come up against?
Romario was the hardest striker I've encountered.

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The program stitches high-profile interviews with football legends, pundits, and industry voices into a blend of personal career stories, tactical debates, and fan-driven banter. Episodes span candid career reflections, leadership lessons, and behind-the-scenes insights from top clubs, alongside in-depth discussions on football business, governance, and fan culture. A recurring strength is the mix of exclusive interviews, live fan debates, and light-hearted quizzes, creating a dynamic space for both hardcore football followers and industry-minded listeners to get both entertainment and useful perspectives on the game's people, money, and power.

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Recent guests on The Overlap include:

1. Kyle Walker
2. Josh Noble
3. Micky Van de Ven
4. Mike Dean
5. David Beckham
6. Ruud van Nistelrooy
7. Robin van Persie
8. Nemanja Vidić

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