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The Rest Is Football

Goalhanger
Premier League
Jurgen Klopp
Liverpool
Africa Cup Of Nations
Everton
Liverpool Football Club
Jose Mourinho
Racism
Jordan Henderson
Football
Arsenal
Pep Guardiola
Barcelona
Chelsea
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
January Transfer Window
VAR
Manchester City
Newcastle United

Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, and Micah Richards discuss football's biggest stories. From last-minute winners to transfer sagas, fantasy football gems, and the drama behind the scenes. With strong opinions, brilliant chemistry, and decades of Premier League experience, The Rest Is Football serves up three episodes every week packed with insights, dressing-room stories, and proper laughs. Whether it’... more

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Latest Episodes

Does Alexander Isak’s injury solve a short-term headache for Liverpool? Are Chelsea finally building a squad capable of competing for the biggest trophies? Did Arsenal show they’re one of the favourites for the Champions League after a big win agains... more

Alan Shearer becomes Quiz Master as Gary and Micah face each other in this week’s quiz: Spanish Players with the most appearances in the Premier League.

The lads also try and wrap their heads around Micah losing out on the Premier League’s Young Pla... more

Is Kylian Mbappe the best striker in world football right now? Why is that sometimes you just need to stick a centre back up front to make the difference? Will we see a completely different Antony in La Liga to the one that struggled so much at Man U... more

Can Man Utd maintain that level after their best performance under Ruben Amorim? Where do Nottingham Forest go next after creating such a volatile situation around Ange Postecoglou? Why were the guys so impressed with Jean-Philippe Mateta, despite hi... more

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Recent Guests

Roy Hodgson
Former England manager with a long career in football spanning clubs and countries.
Episode: Roy Hodgson On THAT Iceland Loss, Getting The Liverpool Call & The Greats Of England
Marcus Rashford
Professional footballer playing as a forward for FC Barcelona and the England national team
FC Barcelona
Episode: MARCUS RASHFORD: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
Steve Parish
Chairman of Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace FC
Episode: Steve Parish: Why UEFA’s Ruling On Crystal Palace Is A Huge Mistake
Alex Aljoe
Football expert reporting across America for the Club World Cup
Episode: Club World Cup Preview: Delap To Shine For Chelsea, PSG To Continue Stellar Form & Can Messi Upset The Odds?
Justin Kluivert
A young professional footballer who has played in all major European leagues.
Bournemouth
Episode: The Kluivert Bloodline, A Guinness World Record & Iraola's Magic (Part 1)
Duncan Ferguson
Former Scottish international footballer, known for his time at Rangers and Everton.
Everton
Episode: Duncan Ferguson: The Headbutt That Changed His Life, Being Terrified In Prison & Regretting Just Seven Scottish Caps
Alan Shearer
Former professional footballer and sports commentator
BBC
Episode: The Greatest Champions League Semi-Final Ever?
Ola Aina
Professional footballer for Nottingham Forest, previously played for Chelsea.
Nottingham Forest
Episode: Ola Aina: Good Vibes At Forest, Coming Through Under Mourinho & Holding His Own Against Cristiano Ronaldo
Russell Martin
Innovative football coach, formerly played for clubs like Norwich and managed various teams.
Episode: Russell Martin: Disappointment & Learnings At Southampton, The Brilliance of Tyler Dibling & Being Shaped By A Turbulent Upbringing

Hosts

Gary Lineker
Co-host and prominent football presenter with extensive experience in the sport.
Alan Shearer
Co-host and former professional footballer, renowned for his goal-scoring record in the Premier League.
Micah Richards
Co-host and former professional footballer known for his vibrant personality and contributions to football commentary.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 15.4k ratings
  • Usually very good but has too many filler episodes. LESS IS MORE! This season I am seeing many big podcasts creating unnecessary content to fill a release for no good reason. Just keep it tight and high quality please.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Mr Hencat
    12 days ago
  • Come on lads

    Fancy Shearer being so hammered he couldn’t get his words out on the ep post England v Latvia! Gaz and Meeks trying their best to hold it together but honestly.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RicBridson
    United Kingdom12 days ago
  • Lost its purpose

    This had such potential but doesn’t know anymore what its purpose is. It’s become dull.

    Gary is an excellent, thoughtful, insightful analyst able to put things in context, give analysis and a sprinkling of his own experiences (when relevant). Unfortunately it’s not just him.

    Shearer was a great player and fine as a commentator but is terrible as a podcaster: he rarely offers any tactical/ technical insight and behaves like the boring “plain speaking” mate down the pub whose had a few and t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    londondar
    United Kingdom12 days ago
  • Rest is football review

    Amazing just brilliant I love this podcast and it is just hilarious and not to mention big Meeks bursting on to the scene and Alan shearer best striker in the league I also really like Gary and am really sad that he isn’t doing match of the day anymore

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Harv3017
    United Kingdom15 days ago
  • Champagne Socialist

    Never going to listen again!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PerkyGuernsey81
    United Kingdom18 days ago

Listeners Say

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Recent feedback indicates frustration over perceived commercialization, particularly with the increase in advertisements during episodes.
Overall, the unique perspectives and experiences of the hosts are frequently praised, revealing how they connect deeply with football fans.
Listeners appreciate the strong chemistry among the hosts, citing their humor and engaging discussions as major draws.
Many fans feel the podcast has lost some of its original charm and sincerity as it shifts focus towards more commercial topics.
Positive remarks highlight the ability of the hosts to tackle both serious and light-hearted football topics, making it enjoyable for a wide audience.

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Talking Points

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Mo Salah: From Outcast To Egyptian King
Q: How would you fare in this system with three strikers? Would you just be the number nine, or would you be, say, from the left, going on your right foot?
As Gary stated, he would want to be the number nine, as it's closer to his playing style.
Mo Salah: From Outcast To Egyptian King
Q: Would you say, Micah, that he'd be Africa's greatest player?
Given his achievements, he might be considered one of Africa's greatest, but others like Samuel Eto'o also have strong claims.
Legends OF Football Awards, Liverpool’s Problems & Are Pundits Too Critical Of Man United?
Q: Do you think pundits are overcritical about Manchester United compared to other clubs?
Fans often get defensive when their club is criticized, and while other clubs have faced critique, Manchester United's recent underperformance draws more scrutiny due to their history and expectations.
How Patient Should Man Utd Be With Ruben Amorim?
Q: What's the future for football and refereeing with technology enhancing more and more?
Offside technology is outstanding, reducing arguments, and we should maintain human refereeing oversight.
How Patient Should Man Utd Be With Ruben Amorim?
Q: How do footballers' contracts work in terms of unauthorized absence if a player refuses to train or play?
It's a difficult road to navigate; it depends on the situation and interventions from the PFA.

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This podcast features in-depth discussions among hosts with extensive experience in football, focusing on the latest news, controversies, and significant moments in the sport. Key topics often include transfer sagas, match analyses, VAR controversies, and insights from behind the scenes, all delivered with humor and camaraderie. The hosts provide personal anecdotes and expert commentary that reflects their intimate knowledge of football, making it a go-to for fans who crave both entertainment and insightful discourse on current events in the sport. With episodes released thrice weekly, it's tailored for passionate football enthusiasts who want to stay updated and entertained.

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1. Roy Hodgson
2. Marcus Rashford
3. Steve Parish
4. Alex Aljoe
5. Justin Kluivert
6. Duncan Ferguson
7. Alan Shearer
8. Ola Aina

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