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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
Pep Guardiola
Barcelona
Arsenal
Chelsea
Manchester United
Real Madrid
Nottingham Forest
January Transfer Window
VAR
Manchester City

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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Today’s episode is a trip into the archives, as we look back at a fascinating chat with Arsenal legend Thierry Henry.

Gary, Alan and Micah hear about which Premier League player is the only one to come close to Lionel Messi and who Thierry thinks is... more

Who are the best players Carlo Ancelotti has played and worked with in his incredible career? What's his secret to being so successful in the Champions League? Why are some of the rumours about Jude Bellingham so wrong?

Gary is joined by the coolest... more

Robert Lewandowski and Marcus Rashford come together to put four past Celta Vigo. Real Madrid fail to score for the second time in a week, can Trent Alexander-Arnold be the answer to bringing goals back into the team?

Gary and Alex also discuss Anto... more

Man City celebrate Pep’s 1000th game with a big win over Slot’s questionable Liverpool and Gary & Micah wonder how big a difference Van Dijk’s goal would have been? Micah also vents his frustrations after a shocking weekend of FPL and the affect it’s... more

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Recent Guests

Carlo Ancelotti
Renowned football manager and player, noted for winning five Champions League titles as a coach.
Episode: CARLO ANCELOTTI: Coaching the World’s Best, Five Champions Leagues Titles & The Truth About Jude Bellingham
Ivan Rakitić
Former professional footballer who played for Barcelona and Sevilla and currently the technical director of Hajduk Split.
Hajduk Split
Episode: Ivan Rakitić: Playing With MSN & Scoring In The Champions League Final
Roy Hodgson
Former football manager with a long-standing career in club and international management
Episode: Roy Hodgson On Inter Milan, Brian Clough’s “Criticism” & Club Vs Country
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 professional footballer and manager, known for his time at Everton and Newcastle United.
Formerly Everton FC and Newcastle United
Episode: Duncan Ferguson: The Magic Of Everton, The Two World-Class Players He Played With & Giving The Burglars A Hiding
Alan Shearer
Former professional footballer and sports commentator
BBC
Episode: The Greatest Champions League Semi-Final Ever?

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
    a month 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 Kingdoma month 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 Kingdoma month 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 Kingdoma month ago
  • Champagne Socialist

    Never going to listen again!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PerkyGuernsey81
    United Kingdoma month 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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Thierry Henry: Lionel Messi, Wenger v Guardiola & Arteta’s Arsenal - From The Archives
Q: What do you think about what you want your future to be?
Regardless of the level, I love improving players, and I want to make a positive impact on them.
Thierry Henry: Lionel Messi, Wenger v Guardiola & Arteta’s Arsenal - From The Archives
Q: Thierry, you're working with the under 21s, how satisfying is that to work and nurture such young talent?
It brings me joy to make someone understand the game. I value teaching young players and helping them grow in their understanding of football.
Haaland The Robot, The Rice Is Right & What Next For Wolves?
Q: Did you see the analysis on Match of the Day of the two fullbacks?
Yes, it was really good because we always forget about the ones who come in and do well.
Haaland The Robot, The Rice Is Right & What Next For Wolves?
Q: How's your weekend been?
I've been doing some commercial work and it's been good.
"The Destructive” Conor Bradley, Are There A Lack Of Flair Players & Alan Shearer The Traitor
Q: What do you think about flair players being out of fashion in modern football?
There's always going to be incredible individual talents, but the tactics have shifted, making games more about strategy than individual expression.

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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. Carlo Ancelotti
2. Ivan Rakitić
3. Roy Hodgson
4. Marcus Rashford
5. Steve Parish
6. Alex Aljoe
7. Justin Kluivert
8. Duncan Ferguson

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