Trouble continues for Manchester United as they crash out of the FA Cup against Brighton. With speculation growing over the possible appointment of yet another interim manager, Gary, Alan and Micah question whether the club has a clear plan moving forward. Elsewhere, have we witnessed the greatest upset in FA Cup history? Non-league side Macclesfield stunned cup holders Crystal Palace, knocking them out despite being six divisions apart in the football pyramid. The guys also break down Mancheste...
Jan 12, 2026•38 min•Season 3Ep. 86
Were Manchester United right to sack Ruben Amorim? Gary, Alan and Micah debate whether United need to follow the model of Manchester City, Arsenal and Aston Villa, backing long-serving managers with real influence over recruitment — and ask the big question: when will the problems at Old Trafford finally end? Praise is also heaped on Keith Andrews at Brentford, who has enjoyed an outstanding season, with his side sitting 5th and just two points off the top four. The panel also discuss the cagey ...
Jan 09, 2026•49 min•Season 3Ep. 85
Why was Arsene Wenger so key to getting the best out of Thierry Henry? How did he encapsulate the essence of Va Va Voom in his play? Where does he rank on the list of the Premier League’s best ever strikers? Gary, Alan and Micah get together for the first show in our new series Premier League Greats: The Moments That Made Them. New episodes in this series will be released every Wednesday and each show will be dedicated to a specific Premier League icon. The guys will pick out five key moments th...
Jan 07, 2026•25 min•Season 3Ep. 84
Real Madrid academy graduate Gonzalo García steals the headlines with a perfect hat-trick as Madrid dismantle Real Betis. With García in red-hot form, can Xabi Alonso find a system that fits both him and Kylian Mbappé into the starting XI, and what does that mean for the increasingly out-of-favour Vinícius Jr? Over in Catalonia, Barcelona make it nine straight La Liga wins thanks to a stunning strike from Dani Olmo. Is anyone capable of stopping Barça’s charge to the title? Plus, Gary & Alex...
Jan 06, 2026•32 min•Season 3Ep. 83
Arsenal charge six points clear at the top of the table, do they already have one hand on the Premier League trophy? With Manchester City dropping points in two of their last three games and Erling Haaland now goalless in three, are they becoming too reliant on their star striker? Gary, Micah and Al also dive into Ruben Amorim’s post-match press conference, where the United boss appeared to take a subtle dig at the club’s owners. Is patience wearing thin, and could time already be running out fo...
Jan 05, 2026•50 min•Season 3Ep. 82
Arsenal move four points clear at the top of the Premier League as Manchester City drop points away at Sunderland. Alan and Micah draw on their own playing careers to break down the pressure, mind games, and mental battles that come with a title race as the finish line approaches. Can Arsenal handle the weight of expectation and finally lift their first league title in 22 years? The guys also react to Chelsea’s decision to sack Enzo Maresca, debating whether the owners made the right call. The R...
Jan 02, 2026•45 min•Season 3Ep. 81
How did Unai Emery’s genius win Aston Villa the game at Chelsea? Has Rayan Cherki’s brilliance been the spark that has seen Man City win eight games on the bounce? How has Keith Andrews got Brentford playing so effectively after losing Bryan Mbeumo & Yoane Wissa in the summer? Gary, Alan and Micah also debate whether Arsenal continuing to win these edgy games is a good sign for them or is asking for trouble. The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditi...
Dec 29, 2025•44 min•Season 3Ep. 80
A short message from Gary to say a big thank you to all our listeners for their support so far this season and give an update on some of the exciting things we’ve got planned for 2026. Have a wonderful Christmas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 25, 2025•1 min•Season 3Ep. 79
Kylian Mbappé marked his birthday in style, matching Cristiano Ronaldo’s best-ever goal tally for Real Madrid in a calendar year. With over 200 more goal involvements than Ronaldo had at the same age, does Mbappé already have a case for being the better player at 27? Gary and Alex also break down Barcelona’s dominant form after their eighth straight win against Villarreal, is there anyone who can actually stop Barça right now? Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Re...
Dec 23, 2025•38 min•Season 3Ep. 78
Arsenal remain top of the Premier League at Christmas, but with Manchester City starting to look back to their best, have they taken the mantle as favourites for the title? Morgan Rogers scored two brilliant goals as Aston Villa made it ten wins in a row in all competitions. Does this season now look like a three-horse title race? Gary, Alan and Micah also debate a controversial weekend of refereeing, asking whether this is the worst standard the Premier League has seen, and if the introduction ...
Dec 22, 2025•58 min•Season 3Ep. 77
How many of the Top 10 all time Champions League goalscorers can Alan and Micah name without mistake? Who is the surprise inclusion on the list? Why was Micah left to rue making up a new rule to allow them to get bonus points? Gary is quiz master once again as he tests the guys knowledge on the most lethal finishers in Europe’s elite competition, with a few rants and outbursts along the way! The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy...
Dec 19, 2025•38 min•Season 3Ep. 76
How do players react when one of their teammates issues an ultimatum to force a move away from the club? Is it easy to forgive, or does it permanently damage relationships in the dressing room? The guys also dive into football superstitions — what rituals did they cling to during goal droughts, and did doubt start to creep in when the goals weren’t coming? Gary, Alan and Micah round things off by comparing their Fantasy Football performances, who’s on top right now? They also discuss The Rest Is...
Dec 17, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 75
Are Real Madrid still struggling to find the right balance, and is Jude Bellingham being played out of position? Despite an away win at Alavés, questions remain over the performance, and frustration is growing among some Madridistas with Xabi Alonso. Raphinha is finally back after an injury-hit start to the season, and he made an immediate impact with two goals to keep Barcelona four points clear at the top of La Liga. Seven straight wins for the Blaugrana, can anyone catch them? Gary and Alex a...
Dec 16, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 74
Sunderland make it seven wins from seven as they beat fierce local rivals Newcastle in the derby. Are Eddie Howe’s problems growing as he tries to fit Nick Woltemade into Newcastle’s established system, and do they lack the energy that drove last season’s success? Manchester City look like they’re finally back — but just how much of that revival is down to the man in form, Phil F***ing Foden**? Enzo Maresca raises eyebrows with a cryptic post-match interview that hints at a lack of backing from ...
Dec 15, 2025•54 min•Season 3Ep. 73
Is Xabi Alonso’s Jon under serious threat after City come from behind to beat Madrid? Noni Madueke’s stunner set Arsenal on their way to a sixth win in six, but did he really mean it? How important was it that Liverpool beat Inter Milan after Arne Slot left Mo Salah out of the squad? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss a good point away at Leverkusen for Newcastle, as Alan is left dreaming of what might have been. The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditi...
Dec 11, 2025•41 min•Season 3Ep. 72
What was Alan’s message to Erling after he beat his record for getting to 100 Premier League goals? Why was the Norwegian superstar particularly fired up for this season, by people not talking about him over the summer? Why has Erling started his own YouTube channel and what is he hoping to showcase on it? Gary and Alan travel up to Manchester to speak to Erling Haaland and celebrate his achievement of scoring 100 Premier League goals in record time. They get into a deep dive on the art of goals...
Dec 10, 2025•49 min•Season 3Ep. 71
A loss at home and three red cards, will Xabi Alonso even make it to the end of the week? Reports in Spain suggest he could be out the door if Real Madrid don’t beat Manchester City in the Champions League. Can he turn things around for Los Blancos? After Ferran Torres’ hat-trick vs Real Betis, who is Barcelona’s first choice Number 9? Gary & Alex also break down Villarreal’s impressive six-game winning streak in La Liga and discuss whether the Yellow Submarine are genuine title contenders J...
Dec 09, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 70
Has Mo Salah just issued Liverpool an ultimatum with his post-match antics — is it him or Arne Slot? And if so, who’s really in the wrong? After Aston Villa’s huge win over league leaders Arsenal, the gap tightens once again. Is it finally time to talk about Villa as genuine title contenders? Micah also joins the pod from Abu Dhabi after watching Lando Norris win the Formula One World Championship, what was it that made it one of the best days of his life? The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse...
Dec 08, 2025•45 min•Season 3Ep. 69
Have Arsenal already got one hand on the trophy? They consistently look like the best team in the Premier League right now. Meanwhile, Liverpool look out of ideas with problems all over the pitch, how much are they missing Trent Alexander-Arnold? Sunderland sit 6th in the Premier League, is this one of the most impressive performances from a promoted side in recent years? The Lads also break down Aston Villa’s terrific run of form, which has propelled them into the top four, plus Micah delivers ...
Dec 04, 2025•31 min•Season 3Ep. 68
What’s Alan’s message for Erling Haaland after he broke his record as the fastest to reach 100 Premier League goals? Were Newcastle lucky to be given a penalty in their draw against Spurs? Is Jack Grealish in with a shout of making the England squad for the World Cup? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the big news that The Rest Is Football will be on Netflix throughout the World Cup this summer. We’ll be in New York bringing you daily shows all through the tournament, and it’s safe to say the la...
Dec 03, 2025•30 min•Season 3Ep. 67
Real Madrid have now drawn three straight games in La Liga, and some Madridistas are already calling for Xabi Alonso to be sacked. Is he genuinely under pressure this early in his tenure? Meanwhile, Diego Simeone’s Atlético Madrid have won seven in a row in all competitions. After parts of the fanbase questioned his future just weeks ago, could El Cholo actually turn things around and mount a serious title challenge? Gary & Alex also discuss La Liga clubs losing their grip on European footba...
Dec 02, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 66
Are Chelsea the biggest challengers to Arsenal winning the title? Are we about to see the next evolution of Liverpool after Mo Salah was benched in their win at West Ham? Why does Lucas Paqueta have to take responsibility after his stupid sending off for dissent? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss Sunderland’s stunning comeback as their fantastic start to the season continues, with Alan already having an eye on the Tyne-Wear derby in a couple of weeks time. The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse...
Dec 01, 2025•45 min•Season 3Ep. 65
How many trophies can Mikel Arteta and Arsenal win this season — and are they now the best team in Europe? Enzo Maresca’s tactics shine as Chelsea thump Barcelona, but have Hansi Flick’s ultra-aggressive high-line tactics finally been found out? Meanwhile, Liverpool are in freefall. They’ve lost 9 of their last 12 games — so what on earth has gone wrong at Anfield? And is Arne Slot already under pressure and at risk of losing his job? Gary, Alan & Micah also break down Pep Guardiola making 1...
Nov 28, 2025•37 min•Season 3Ep. 64
Forget what you think you know about reality. The Rest Is Science is a mind-bending new show from Goalhanger that tears down familiar ideas… time, randomness, beauty, it will reveal just how bizarre the world truly is. Join Professor Hannah Fry and science creator Michael Stevens (aka Vsauce) twice a week to explore big, small and surprising questions as they deep dive into theories, concepts, objects and thoughts and take us on a journey into the unexpected. If you love digging into details tha...
Nov 27, 2025•12 min
Gary, Alan and Micah debate what's been the biggest ever goal in football history... From Diego Maradona's mazy run against England in 1986, the infamous 'Hand of God' in the same match to Sergio Agüero's last-gasp title clincher against QPR leading to some of the most iconic commentary of all time, the lads debate what the Biggest Ever goal has been from the games they've played in and then watched as fans. Is your door in the draw? Sign up by midnight 30th November at https://postcodelottery.c...
Nov 26, 2025•23 min•Season 3Ep. 62
Real Madrid have failed to win any of their last three matches in all competitions — is a crisis unfolding at the Bernabéu? Barcelona, meanwhile, have surged to within a point after a demolition job against Athletic Club, celebrating their return to the Camp Nou for the first time since May 2023. Gary and Alex also break down the form of the chasing pack — Atlético Madrid and Villarreal — and debate whether Diego Simeone is drifting back toward his old philosophy of results over style. Join The ...
Nov 25, 2025•37 min•Season 3Ep. 61
How did Eberechi Eze step up and give his “I have arrived” performance for Arsenal? What on earth has happened to Liverpool? Did Newcastle get lucky with a couple of decisions in their win against Man City? Gary, Alan and Micah are joined by Michael McIntyre after a chaotic North London Derby. Michael and Gary spent the afternoon filming together for his new show ‘In The Box’, which meant they had a rather unusual experience following the weekend’s big game! The Rest Is Football is powered by Fu...
Nov 24, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 60
Was Scott McTominay’s outrageous overhead kick one of the greatest we’ve ever seen as he fires Scotland to their first World Cup in 28 years? And why does it feel like the British media has it out for Jude Bellingham — is this really about football, or is there something more sinister behind the narrative? The lads dive into Scotland’s historic qualification, the press’ obsession with knocking down rising stars, and whether the entire World Cup qualification system needs a modern overhaul. Plus,...
Nov 21, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 59
Gary and Micah dive into all things World Cup: Who will Thomas Tuchel choose as England’s starting left and right back? Which moment of brilliance deserves to be called the greatest World Cup goal ever scored? And which legendary side stands out as the best team the tournament has ever seen? They also look back on their own England debuts and revisit the story behind Micah’s famous dive. The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy.com...
Nov 19, 2025•37 min•Season 3Ep. 58
Is Antoine Griezmann the greatest player ever to feature under Diego Simeone? And why did his dream move to Barcelona never fully take off? Gary and Alex dive deep into the highs and lows of Griezmann’s club career, asking whether a World Cup winners’ medal makes up for the absence of a league title. They also revisit his Golden Boot heroics at Euro 2016 and celebrate his remarkable achievements with the French national team. Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Res...
Nov 18, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 57
