An original series from The Overlap - with Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Jill Scott, Ian Wright and Roy Keane, featuring special guests discussing all things football.
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Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet. The World Cup is almost here, and in this special preview episode, Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane and Ian Wright look ahead to football’s biggest tournament. Can England finally go all the way under Thomas Tuchel? The team discuss England’s chances, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and whether this squad has what it takes to lift the trophy. We also predict the tournament from start to finish, debating the favourites,...
Legendary footballer Jurgen Klinsmann shares insights from his storied career, including his son's serious injury, his formative years in a bakery, and cultural adaptations while playing in Italy. He delves into managerial influences like Arsene Wenger, recounts encounters with Diego Maradona, and explains the origins of his famous dive celebration at Spurs. Klinsmann also offers his unique perspective on Germany's consistent tournament success and England's potential to win the World Cup, alongside the impact of American sports analytics on his coaching philosophy.
This special episode features Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, co-chair Josh Kroenke, and CEO Richard Garlick reflecting on the club's Premier League title win. They delve into the emotional journey, the strategic rebuild of club culture, the pivotal role of signings like Declan Rice, and the importance of sustained ownership support. Players Mikel Merino and Myles Lewis-Skelly also share personal insights on injury, team dynamics, and maintaining a winning mindset. The discussion highlights Arsenal's transformation and future aspirations as they prepare for the Champions League final.
Welcome back to another episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Arne. As we approach the end of the season, Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright get stuck into all the biggest talking points from the week. After Manchester United’s win against Forest, another controversial handball decision once again put VAR firmly in the spotlight. Bruno Fernandes equalled the Premier League assist record, leading to a debate about the importance of assists in the modern game. Roy had som...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright are joined by Arsenal’s record appearance holder David O’Leary to talk all things football and reflect on his incredible career. The team look back on some of David’s former teammates for club and country, including Tony Adams, Mick McCarthy and of course Wrighty himself. David also opens up on his time with Ireland, sharing stories from some unforgettable ...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright sit down to discuss all the biggest talking points in football as we approach the end of a rollercoaster season. Where else to start than with Champions League finalists Arsenal, who have enjoyed a huge week after beating Fulham convincingly, watching title rivals Man City drop points and booking their place in the biggest club final in football. How is Wri...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Gary Neville, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright sit down with current USA National team manager Mauricio Pochettino. We open the show with some with myth’s surrounding him, like why does he keep lemons around the dressing room? We then move on to his current job as the USA national team manager. He discusses his aspirations for the upcoming tournament with his team being the host nation. Does Mauricio believe that his...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. This episode was recorded prior to recent developments at Chelsea. The discussion reflects the situation at the time of filming. Gary Neville, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright sit down to break down the biggest talking points in football. The show begins with Chelsea’s struggles under Liam Rosenior, who has since been relieved of his duties at Stamford Bridge. What went wrong, and how much has inexperience played a part in their coll...
This episode delves into the mental struggles of Arsenal in the title race, with Ian Wright expressing deep concern over their form and lack of conviction. The panel also dissects Manchester United's complacent start against Leeds and Liverpool's Champions League exit, questioning Premier League teams' quality against European giants. Sports psychologist Dan Abrahams provides expert insight into performance anxiety, automatic negative thoughts, and mental strategies for athletes, offering valuable lessons for clubs like Arsenal on managing pressure. The show concludes with title race predictions and the exciting news of a Super Six jackpot winner.
In this engaging episode, the Stick to Football panel, featuring Gary Neville, Wayne Rooney, Roy Keane, and Ian Wright, tackles a range of hot topics. They passionately debate and rank the best Premier League goals, most iconic moments, and top transfers, offering unique insights from their playing careers. The discussion also ventures into favorite stadiums, unexpected tangents like music albums, and a fun quiz, providing an entertaining look at football history and culture.
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard offers candid insights into his former club's recent performance and the Mosalah transfer saga, including personal advice to the star. He details his challenging managerial path from Rangers' title success to Aston Villa and his time in Saudi Arabia. Gerrard also opens up about career-defining moments, temptations to leave Liverpool, and why England's "Golden Generation" fell short of expectations.
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Jamie Carragher returns to join Gary Neville, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright as the team break down some of football’s biggest headlines. The show kicks off with the Carabao Cup final, where Manchester City beat Arsenal in dominant fashion. The panel discuss Arsenal’s lack of fight and what the result means for the title race as the Premier League season reaches its crunch point. Attention then turns to Mo Salah, w...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Gary Neville, Wayne Rooney, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright take on some of your unpopular opinions on the game today. First, the team is joined by former Manchester United goalkeeper Raimond van der Gouw, who reflects on his time at the club as a backup keeper and his later role working alongside Roy Keane on the coaching staff at Sunderland. The focus then shifts to your unpopular opinions, and it doesn’t take lon...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Wayne Rooney, Ian Wright and Jill Scott discuss some of the biggest talking points in football. With the Cheltenham Festival underway, Roy shares a few tips before the conversation turns to a dramatic week in the Champions League, including Newcastle’s win over Barcelona and Tottenham conceding five against Atletico Madrid. The panel also debate Spurs’ worrying form under Igor Tudor and whether relegation could a...
Welcome back to a huge episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright are joined by former Spurs, Real Madrid and Wales star Gareth Bale for a fascinating look back at his incredible career. We dive into the reality of playing for Real Madrid, the pressure that comes with the badge and what it was really like sharing a dressing room with Cristiano Ronaldo & Co. under Zinedine Zidane. And yes, the golf debate makes an app...
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez joins the panel to discuss the intricacies of international management compared to club football, focusing on player monitoring, selection strategies, and handling star players like Cristiano Ronaldo. The episode also features in-depth analyses of key players such as Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, and Pedro Neto, highlighting their unique tactical intelligence and leadership qualities. The panel further engages in lively debate over Arsenal's title challenge, Tottenham's relegation fears, and a round of Super Six predictions for upcoming Premier League fixtures.
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. After last week’s blockbuster episode, Ange Postecoglou returns to join Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright for a deeper look at his life in and out of football. Ange reflects on his upbringing in Australia after his family moved from Greece, how that shaped him, and where his love for the game truly began. The conversation then turns to his coaching journey, from developing his bold tactical identity at T...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. It’s a huge episode packed with a surprise appearance and breaking news. We kick off with Tuesday night’s Premier League action as Manchester United and Chelsea both drop points against West Ham and Leeds. Then it’s on to Spurs, where the pressure had already been mounting. And then, during filming, the big news drops. Thomas Frank has been sacked by Tottenham. The team react live in the studio, and former Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou ...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright are joined by Paul Merson for an open and wide-ranging conversation. We start with Paul’s time on Soccer Saturday, looking at what he loves most about the role and whether there are moments of analysis he wishes he could take back. The conversation then turns to club loyalties, with Paul opening up about being a Chelsea fan despite his strong ties to Arsena...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright react to Manchester United’s victory over Arsenal, a result that opens the title race with Manchester City and Aston Villa now within touching distance. What went wrong for Mikel Arteta, and has the use of Eberechi Eze contributed to Arsenal’s recent creativity issues? The focus then switches to United, who are riding high under interim manager Michael Carrick. What has he ...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright are joined by Ant & Dec for a brilliant conversation covering their journey from football mad kids to two of the biggest names on television. They look back on their early days as PJ & Duncan, how they broke into TV, and the challenges that came with presenting live shows at the highest level. Ant & Dec also reflect on some of their biggest moments, including...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright are joined by John Barnes to reflect on a remarkable career and life in the game. Barnes looks back on his early years and pathway into football, from his breakthrough at Watford to earning a move to Liverpool. He revisits some of his most iconic moments, including that unforgettable goal against Brazil, and speaks openly about dealing with racism during his playing days...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright react to a turbulent period at Manchester United. Following the departure of Ruben Amorim, the team look back on his time at the club and discuss what ultimately led to his exit. Attention then turns to Michael Carrick, who has stepped in on an interim basis. Is this the right appointment for United, and could Carrick earn the role permanently if results...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright are joined by Henrik Larsson for a conversation about an incredible career and his relationship with the game today. Henrik looks back on his early days in football and the journey that led him to Celtic, where he became a true club legend. He speaks about settling into life in Glasgow, the bond with the fans and some of his favourite moments wearing the...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. This week, Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright are joined by one of the biggest names in world golf, Rory McIlroy, for an episode packed with laughs, honest reflections, and even a surprise for Roy... We look back on the Ryder Cup and the drama surrounding that tournament. An infamous Roy clip is also brought up to the table 👀 Rory also reflects on a key moment he wishes he could take back: the shot he pl...
Get ready for the ultimate crossover as two podcasts collide in our biggest and best Overlap Quiz yet brought to you by Arne! This year, it's the stars of Stick to Football Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ian Wright, Jill Scott, and Jamie Carragher facing off against The Good, The Bad, and The Football team of Paddy McGuinness, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, Ella Toone, and Shaun Wright-Phillips. All hosted by the fantastic Iain Stirling! NB: Some rounds in the quiz are visual-based - so please do catch us ...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. With Christmas just around the corner, the studio has a festive feel as Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright look back on a big week of football. We start with the Sunderland vs Newcastle derby and the team share memories from some of the biggest rivalries they played in. The focus then turns to Manchester United after a dramatic 4-4 draw with Bournemouth. We break down Ruben Amorim’s tactical changes, how ...
Jordi Cruyff provides an honest look at his life in football, from his playing days at Manchester United and the influence of his legendary father, Johan, to his challenging role as Sporting Director at Barcelona during the difficult post-Messi era. He candidly shares the profound impact of his daughter Danae's cancer journey, a battle they both courageously navigated, fundamentally shifting his life's priorities and highlighting the true importance of family. The episode concludes with Danae sharing her perspective on recovery and her new path in fashion.
Welcome back to another episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. This week the full squad return as Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright dive into the biggest stories in sport. We start with Gary’s recent trip to the F1, where he spent time behind the scenes with the Mercedes team. He shares what he learned from the experience and, with the title going down to the final race, who will be crowned champion in Abu Dhabi? Wrighty then reflects on the momen...
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. This week, Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Wayne Rooney, Roy Keane and Ian Wright are joined by one of the Premier League’s greatest ever full backs, Ashley Cole, for a brilliant episode full of big reveals and funny moments. We start by looking back at Ashley’s early days at Arsenal and how he went from a young prospect at Highbury to one of the best full backs we have ever seen. He talks about the ups and downs, the moments that shaped ...
