
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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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 147 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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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
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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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
I don’t believe racists should have a platform. Sack Gary Neville
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!
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
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.
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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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