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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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Latest Episodes

Why are Newcastle getting better and better as the season gets going? Was Erling Haaland right to be “** off” after Man City conceded a late equaliser against Monaco? Who out of Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland is the best striker in Worl... more

Who are the top 10 players to have made the most appearances for Jose Mourinho throughout his career? Which players have played for the Special One at three different clubs? Can Micah prove Alan’s cheating allegations wrong?

Gary, Alan and Micah als... more

Can Atlético Madrid’s brilliant victory of Real Madrid be the kickstart they need for their season? What is Barcelona’s best line up when everyone is fit? How have newly-promoted Elche upset the odds to find themselves in the top four?

Gary and Alex... more

Could this season be the best ever in Crystal Palace’s history? How crucial will Arsenal’s last minute winner be for their belief, after it had been brought into question recently? How much longer can this run of form last for Man United before Ruben... more

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Recent Guests

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 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 15.3k ratings
  • Made Us Wait…

    …six minutes, 22 seconds Sept 14 to hear your “analysis” of City’s 3-nil humiliation of Lady Alice’s Divided. What for: Drunken Hangover or MAGA-&-Tommy Thuginson “loyalty” to Lady Alice? ***** You three need to stop babysitting The Failure, Phil Foden. On Sept. 14, The Failure finally did something for City, scoring his first goal since Jan. 25 against Chelsea. Afterward, The Failure spent the rest of the 2024-25 season without a goal in 10 games and 481 minutes in the Premier League and three... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Peter Guillam
    United States18 days ago
  • Incredible pod

    This podcast is a fav gives me facts and stats from the prem love it lads keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1234angss
    Australia19 days ago
  • Great Dynamic

    Always a delight to listen to. The group is amazing as a team and in giving insights on football matters.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ‘Tosin
    Australia21 days ago
  • Favourite Football Pod

    Easily my favourite football pod. Enjoy tuning in from New Zealand every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wounder69
    New Zealand22 days ago
  • Nice pod

    Love the pod, not sure what the hates about but keep it up.👌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Griff_99
    United Kingdoma month ago

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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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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.
How Patient Should Man Utd Be With Ruben Amorim?
Q: Is there a place for human refereeing in the future?
It's becoming more robotic most of the time, but we are trusting the technology more now.
How Patient Should Man Utd Be With Ruben Amorim?
Q: If he reaches 38 games with Relegation Points Hall, will patience run out?
Yes, it will.
Mikel John Obi Part 2: How Do You Stop Messi? Champions League Glory & His Father’s Double Kidnapping Ordeal
Q: What do you think makes Messi such a difficult player to defend against?
Mikel John Obi explains that defending against Messi requires multiple players because one-on-one defense is impossible; he highlights Messi's exceptional speed and dribbling ability as key factors.

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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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The Rest Is Football launched 2 years ago and published 363 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Rest Is Football include:

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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