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 the Champions League final to PSG. How does Arsenal fan Matt view the season, and is this the start of a new era as Pep Guardiola leaves English football? Liverpool will have a new manager next season after Arne Slot’s departure. Carra shares his concern...
Jun 02, 2026•1 hr 30 min
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 alongside the Premier League trophy to reflect on his rebuild of Arsenal, taking the club from the infamous “banter era” to the top of English football. With a Champions League final still to come, can Arsenal complete a truly historic season? Co-Chai...
May 27, 2026•44 min
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 figures in Robertson’s career. Having handed Robertson his Scotland debut, Strachan reflects on Andy’s early years and the determination that drove him from early rejection to becoming a two-time Premier League champion and Champions League winner w...
May 21, 2026•1 hr 13 min
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 the reality behind his rapid rise. He talks about the famous fines at Stade de Reims and responds to his “video game manager” label. Will reflects on his time at Southampton, opening up on the challenges of English football, what didn’t go to plan and ...
May 18, 2026•1 hr 19 min
Welcome back to a special episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. John "Fenners" Fendley, Wayne Rooney, Paul Mullin and Conor Coady sit down to discuss everything from the Sky Bet EFL season so far. We start off with Wayne Rooney discussing his experience in the Sky Bet Championship and challenges he faced. Frank Lampard's incredible season with Coventry resulted in a return to the Premier League, but will he stay? Kieran McKenna will be hoping for a better Premier League campaign ...
May 12, 2026•1 hr 7 min
Welcome back to a special episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. This episode is all on the EFL season ahead of another round of the playoffs. John "Fenners" Fendley, Wayne Rooney, Paul Mullin and Conor Coady sit down with fans across the Championship, League One and League Two to look back at the season so far, and what is to come for those with it all still to play for. We start off with Millwall, who narrowly missed out on automatic promotion by one point! Is it a chance missed...
May 08, 2026•1 hr 5 min
Welcome back to the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. In this special episode, Paul Scholes welcomes Tottenham fan Flav to the sofa, as the fans quiz the former Manchester United midfielder on all things from his playing career to the game today. We touch on his favourite teammates and toughest opponents, to why England’s golden generation failed. Then with today’s game, is there a current player worthy of making a Premier League all-time XI? And is Bruno Fernandes on the same level as Kevi...
May 05, 2026•36 min
This episode of My Best Coach with Harry Maguire is produced in partnership with Gillette. Ian Wright sits down with Harry Maguire and his dad, Alan, who played an instrumental role in his career. The Manchester United centre-back reveals what Michael Carrick is really like in the dressing room and the impact he has made this season. They look back on Harry’s journey from being coached by his dad to an £80 million move to one of the biggest clubs in world football, including whether the pressure...
May 01, 2026•1 hr
Welcome back to another episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. Gary Neville returns to the sofa alongside former Manchester United teammate Paul Scholes as they sit down with some of the biggest fan channels in the game. We start with the title race between Arsenal and Man City, which is going right down to the wire. With a tense end to the season approaching, how are Matt and Luke feeling, who do the fans want to win, and is this Mikel Arteta’s last chance to deliver silverware a...
Apr 29, 2026•1 hr 45 min
Welcome to The Overlap Breakdown with special guest Steve McClaren, assistant manager under Sir Alex Ferguson during Manchester United’s historic treble-winning season in 1999. In this episode, we dive deep into the tactical brilliance behind that iconic campaign, offering unique insight into how Ferguson’s methods delivered one of the greatest achievements in football history. McClaren also opens up about the immense pressures of managing the England national team, reflecting on the highs and c...
Apr 13, 2026•1 hr 14 min
Welcome back to another episode of Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet! This week, we’ve got the fans, as always, alongside Jamie Carragher and we’re joined by a goalkeeping legend, Shay Given! Shay answers fan questions on everything between the sticks. We dive into modern goalkeeping: can outfield pundits really judge a goalkeeper’s craft? Who’s the best keeper right now? And we even break down Arsenal’s set-piece tactics how do you defend them as a keeper? Strap in for an episode full of in...
Apr 07, 2026•1 hr 1 min
Welcome back to another episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. In this episode, former Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given joins Jamie Carragher on the sofa alongside some of the biggest fan channels in the country to talk all things football. We begin with the title race, which is heating up as we approach a blockbuster end to the Premier League season. Can Manchester City catch Arsenal, or will the Gunners finally get the job done? Attention then turns to the bottom of the...
Apr 03, 2026•1 hr 35 min
Boxer Conor Benn sits down with Gary Neville for an exclusive interview, brought to you by Sky Bet. Conor opens up on life outside the ring, including his relationship with his father Nigel Benn, and speaks candidly about the challenges he has faced, from dealing with controversy to the impact on his mental health. Benn also explains his shock decision to sign a fight deal with Dana White’s Zuffa over Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom. Why did he make the move, and has he spoken to Hearn since? Conor refl...
Mar 31, 2026•1 hr 11 min
Kyle Walker sits down with Gary Neville for an exclusive interview, brought to you by Sky Bet. The conversation begins with Kyle’s journey in football, starting at Sheffield United before earning a move to Tottenham Hotspur, where he established himself as one of the Premier League’s top right-backs. Attention then turns to his time at Manchester City, where he enjoyed incredible success under Pep Guardiola during one of the most dominant eras in English football. From winning the Treble to secu...
Mar 17, 2026•58 min
In this special exclusive interview brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary Neville sits down with Kyle Walker as he brings the curtain down on his international career with England. With an incredible 96 caps for the Three Lions, Walker reflects on the highs and lows of his England journey, from breaking into the national team to helping rebuild the squad after the disappointing defeat to Iceland at EURO 2016. Walker also played in some of England’s biggest matches in recent history, including two EURO...
Mar 10, 2026•26 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Manchester United legend and former Ajax goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar takes on Gary Neville’s Quickfire Questions, brought to you by Sky Bet. From his favourite film to thoughts on former Man United teammates and today’s top goalkeepers, Edwin gives us his honest takes. Zidane or Scholes, who are you picking? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode! Learn how to save a life in 15 minutes- https://www.bhf.org.uk/how-you-can-help/how-to-save-...
Feb 27, 2026•10 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Welcome back to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. Football finance expert Kieran Maguire returns for another Price of Football special, joining Jamie Carragher, Wayne Rooney and some of the biggest fan channels in the country to break down one of the most controversial areas of the modern game. We begin with an update on Manchester City’s 115 charges, as Kieran explains where things stand and what could happen next, while City fan Luke shares his frustration at how long the case has dra...
Feb 24, 2026•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 42
On this episode of The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary Neville sits down for an exclusive one-to-one with Manchester United legend Edwin van der Sar. Edwin reflects on why Manchester United still feels like home and reveals the approach he received from the club after retiring about a potential boardroom role. Would he ever return? The conversation also turns to Ajax, where Edwin played a key role in rebuilding the club. He explains the philosophy behind their success, developing talent...
Feb 22, 2026•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Welcome back to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. Jamie Carragher is joined by Wayne Rooney and some of the biggest fan channels in the country for another lively debate. We start with VAR and refereeing standards after Wayne labels a recent FA Cup call between Aston Villa and Newcastle as “the worst decision he’s ever seen”. Has VAR made referees too reliant, and is it exposing bigger issues in the game? Attention then turns to a turbulent week at Tottenham following Ange’s recent comm...
Feb 17, 2026•1 hr 39 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Ian Wright puts his former Arsenal teammate to the test with our Quickfire Questions, brought to you by Sky Bet. From favourite teammates to the biggest derby, will Dennis choose Highbury over the San Siro, and does the North London Derby sit above the rest? Let us know your answers in the comments and tell us who you’d like to see take on Quickfire Questions next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Feb 13, 2026•8 min
On this exclusive episode of The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, Ian Wright sits down with his former Arsenal teammate Dennis Bergkamp for a special catch up and proper football chat. The two look back on their time at Arsenal, sharing memories from one of the club’s greatest eras and what life was really like in that dressing room. Dennis also gives his thoughts on the current Arsenal side, the pressure that comes with a title challenge, and how today’s game compares to when he was playing....
Feb 09, 2026•55 min
Welcome back to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes are joined by Financial Times sports editor and Crystal Palace fan Josh Noble to discuss one of the biggest talking points in modern football, multi club ownership. The panel break down how it has grown across the game, what fans really think about it, and how it has already impacted clubs up and down the country. Is it a smart model for success or something that risks changing football for good? Shot on ...
Feb 03, 2026•42 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Welcome back to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. We start with the biggest talking point as Paul Scholes is challenged on his criticism of Lisandro Martínez, sparking a heated debate about pundit responsibility and whether players are judged too harshly. The focus then shifts to the title race as Arsenal continue to fly and Manchester City look to close the gap. Arsenal fan Matt backs his side’s chances and makes the case for Declan Rice as a Ballon d’Or contender, while questions are ...
Jan 23, 2026•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 39
The Transfer Window is open - so who should your club be signing? We're joined by Patrick Montgomery - Liverpool's former Head of Scouting - to go through some of the biggest deals in the pipeline in January. Don't forget you can watch the best tactical discussion and transfer talk every week on The Overlap Breakdown on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 01, 2026•42 min
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 ...
Dec 26, 2025•1 hr 57 min•Season 1Ep. 108
On this Overlap Exclusive, brought to you by Sky Bet, we sit down with Micky van de Ven for an open conversation about his journey in football and life at Tottenham Hotspur. Van de Ven looks back at where it all began, breaking into the game before earning a move to Wolfsburg, where his performances in the Bundesliga put him on the radar of Europe’s biggest clubs. He then reflects on his move to Tottenham, joining under Ange Postecoglou and being part of a side that went on to lift the Europa Le...
Dec 16, 2025•54 min
Welcome back to another episode of The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. This week, legendary commentator Martin Tyler joins Jamie Carragher and some of the biggest fan channels in the country to look back on a career unlike any other, filled with unforgettable stories and iconic football moments. We begin with the moment that defined an era: “AGUEROOOOOO!” Martin breaks down the most famous line of commentary in Premier League history, how it happened in real time and what the reaction has...
Dec 09, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Welcome back to another episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. Jamie Carragher is joined by some of the biggest fan channels in the country to break down the biggest talking points in the Premier League right now. We start with the 1–1 draw between Chelsea and Arsenal. What does it mean for the title race and what did we learn about both sides? We also look at Declan Rice and where he ranks among the world’s best midfielders. That result opens the door for Manchester City, who con...
Dec 02, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Welcome back to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. This week, Jamie Carragher and Wayne Rooney are joined by former Premier League referee Mike Dean for an honest look inside the world of officiating. Mike lifts the lid on what referees really deal with, from managers who were the hardest to handle to how criticism affects officials from one game to the next. We also break down Rooney’s issues with the modern refereeing standard, the pressure VAR puts on officials, and whether players in...
Nov 18, 2025•59 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Welcome back to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. In this episode, Jamie Carragher is joined by Wayne Rooney and some of the biggest fan channels in the country to discuss the biggest stories in football right now. After Manchester City’s win over Liverpool, Pep’s side close in on Arsenal, who dropped points against in-form Sunderland. Should the Gunners be worried as City hit top gear in the title race? Liverpool come under fire, with questions over Arne Slot’s tactics and whether the ...
Nov 11, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 35
