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The Overlap

The Overlap
Premier League
Manchester United
Liverpool
Arsenal
FOOTBALL
Manchester City
Champions League
Tottenham Hotspur
Chelsea
Sky Bet
FA Cup
Munich Air Disaster
Wayne Rooney
Declan Rice
Injuries
Harry Kane
Europa League
Nottingham Forest
World Cup
Ballon D'or

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

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

In this episode, we review the dramatic end to the Premier League season, with major storylines at both ends of the table.

Arsenal ended the campaign as Premier League champions but lost th... more

Welcome to our first Overlap Champions Special, brought to you by Sky Bet.

In this episode, Gary Neville and Ian Wright visit the Sobha Realty Training Centre, home of the newly crowned Premier League champions, Arsenal.

Mikel Arteta joins the show... more

This episode of My Best Coach with Andy Robertson is produced in partnership with Gillette.

In this exclusive interview on The Overlap, Ian Wright sits down with Andy Robertson and former Scotland manager Gordon Strachan, one of the most influential... more

In this episode of The Overlap Breakdown, Harrison sits down with one of football’s most exciting young coaches, Will Still. 

From his unconventional journey into coaching - to becoming the youngest manager in Europe’s top five leagues, Will shares ... more

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Recent Guests

Mikel Arteta
Arsenal manager
Arsenal Football Club
Episode: Inside Arsenal’s Title Celebrations, UCL Final & Set Piece Secrets | The Overlap Champions Special
Josh Kroenke
Owner / executive
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (Arsenal ownership)
Episode: Inside Arsenal’s Title Celebrations, UCL Final & Set Piece Secrets | The Overlap Champions Special
Richard Garlick
Sporting director / executive
Arsenal Football Club
Episode: Inside Arsenal’s Title Celebrations, UCL Final & Set Piece Secrets | The Overlap Champions Special
Ian Wright
Former Arsenal striker / guest
Football media
Episode: Inside Arsenal’s Title Celebrations, UCL Final & Set Piece Secrets | The Overlap Champions Special
Andy Robertson
Professional footballer, captain of Scotland and Liverpool full-back
Liverpool FC
Episode: Andy Robertson: Losing Diogo Jota, Klopp’s Impact & World Cup Dream | My Best Coach EP 2
Gordon Strachan
Former player and manager, football pundit
Various clubs/national team
Episode: Andy Robertson: Losing Diogo Jota, Klopp’s Impact & World Cup Dream | My Best Coach EP 2
Will Still
Professional football manager, featured guest on The Overlap Breakdown
Self / The Overlap Breakdown
Episode: Will Still: Southampton Regret, 'Video Game Manager' & Messi’s PSG | The Overlap Breakdown
Wayne Rooney
Former professional footballer, EFL playoff pundit
Former Manchester United, Derby County manager
Episode: All You Need To Know About The Play-Offs With Rooney, Coady & Mullin | Fan Debate EFL Special Part 1
Conor Coady
Professional footballer featured in discussion
Wolverhampton Wanderers (at the time of discussion)
Episode: All You Need To Know About The Play-Offs With Rooney, Coady & Mullin | Fan Debate EFL Special Part 1

Host

Gary Neville
Host of The Overlap; co-host engaging in quickfire question format

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Clickbait nonsense

    Wouldn’t it be nice if the odd podcast was actual debate rather than who can get the best sound bite or quote clipped up.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nxjjx
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • 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 Kingdom6 months ago
  • Racist host

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    westhall fox
    United Kingdom8 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 Kingdom8 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 Kingdom10 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Positive notes frequently mention diverse guest lineups and engaging banter.
Some listeners feel audio quality and sensationalism in some segments need improvement.
Fans appreciate candid, inside-baseball football discussion and high-profile interviews.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Andy Robertson: Losing Diogo Jota, Klopp’s Impact & World Cup Dream | My Best Coach EP 2
Q: Who has been Andy's best coach according to the episode?
Andy highlights Klopp as a transformative coach who moved him from good to great, while also acknowledging the foundational influence of earlier coaches who gave him a chance and helped him fall in love with the game again, such as those at Queen's Park and Dundee United.
Harry Maguire: £80m Man Utd Move, Online Hate & World Cup Dream | My Best Coach
Q: What was going through his mind during the high-profile transfer and expectations around the 80 million pound move?
He says the transfer fee didn't faze him at the time; he was focused on starting well and proving himself, while recognizing the scrutiny would follow regardless.
Harry Maguire: £80m Man Utd Move, Online Hate & World Cup Dream | My Best Coach
Q: How did he handle the pressure of the captaincy and media scrutiny at Manchester United?
He explains that while the scrutiny affected his family, he remained confident in his own ability, leaned on his coaches, and focused on performing; the loyalty and leadership of teammates also provided support.
Harry Maguire: £80m Man Utd Move, Online Hate & World Cup Dream | My Best Coach
Q: Who was the person that inspired him the most in his career?
He cites his father as the most influential coach in his career, describing his dad as his first coach and a constant source of feedback and belief.
Kyle Walker: Man City Career, Pep Guardiola’s Genius & Arsenal’s Corners | The Overlap Exclusive
Q: What was the first conversation with Pep like?
It was a football conversation where Pep expressed that he wanted Walker and needed him, outlining the project and the level of commitment required to fit into City's plans at the time.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Overlap

What is The Overlap about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features candid conversations with high-profile football figures, coaches, and executives, blending insider perspectives on club culture, leadership, and strategic decisions with fan-driven banter. Episodes frequently explore ownership dynamics, rebuilding processes, and the human side of elite sport, from injuries and leadership to managing public scrutiny and large-scale expectations. A distinctive element is the mix of in-depth, career-spanning interviews with top players and managers alongside spirited fan debates, offering listeners both tactical insights and entertaining banter. This combination likely attracts listeners who want smart, behind-the-scenes football storytelling balanced with engaging, club-specific discussions.... more

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2. The Gary Neville Podcast
3. The Good, The Bad & The Football
4. The Rest Is Football
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Recent guests on The Overlap include:

1. Mikel Arteta
2. Josh Kroenke
3. Richard Garlick
4. Ian Wright
5. Andy Robertson
6. Gordon Strachan
7. Will Still
8. Wayne Rooney

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