In this episode of The Overlap I visited Crystal Palace going behind-the-scenes as we gain exclusive access to the club. We begin with a tour of Crystal Palace's state-of-the-art academy, where I'm joined by the club's charismatic chairman, Steve Parish. In a candid conversation, Steve provides valuable insights into the demanding role of a Premier League team chairman. We delve into the challenges faced by a club operating without a lavish budget and discover how the pursuit of survival each ye...
May 18, 2023•52 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of The Overlap, I sit down with legendary football manager Roy Hodgson, where we reflect on his incredible 47-year career in the game. From managing huge names like Ronaldo and Roberto Carlos at Inter Milan, to his short time managing Liverpool and his tenure as the head coach of the England national team, Hodgson has been at the forefront of football for decades. In this interview, Roy shares his experiences managing some of the biggest names in football at Inter Milan, and the ...
May 12, 2023•30 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the final part of our Fan Debate, with Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher & the fans. Who will be the next manager at Tottenham? The fans debate the candidates from Nagelsmann to Kompany. Then the attention turns to their London rivals Chelsea as the fans discuss if Pochettino will be a good fit. Gary and Jamie breakdown the ownership situation at Manchester United and Liverpool. Then focus turns to the relegation battle. Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, and the fans take a look at the c...
Apr 29, 2023•57 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast We are back with The Overlap Fan Debate part 2! We are getting stuck into the debate with Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, and the fans! “The title decider” between Manchester City & Arsenal ended with Man City taking a major step forward in the title race. Robbie and Pippa (AFTV) & Steven McInerney (Esteemed Kompany) and Buvey (The Club) have their say on how the title race will go for the front runners, as well as takes from the fans of all the other Premier League teams. We’ve got part ...
Apr 28, 2023•37 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The Overlap, I sit down with Jill Scott, one of England's most accomplished and loved female footballers. Filmed in her very own coffee shop in Manchester Boxx2Boxx, Jill opens up about her journey to becoming a footballer, from her childhood experiences to the challenges she faced along the way. As a trailblazer in women's football, Jill also shares her thoughts on the current state of the sport and the strides that have been made in recent years. Of course, we couldn't talk ...
Apr 25, 2023•43 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast I'm thrilled to share this incredible interview with the one and only Ruud van Nistelrooy brought to you by SkyBet. We’re in Holland at the home of PSV Eindhoven, where he now manages the first team. In this exclusive interview, Ruud opens up about his early career and how he first got into football. He also reveals how he nearly didn't sign for Manchester United due to a serious knee injury that threatened to derail his career. Ruud talks about his relationship with his former teammates and sha...
Mar 30, 2023•53 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin joins Gary Neville on the latest episode of The Overlap. Aleksander speaks on his childhood & growing up in Slovenia, before becoming a defence lawyer. They then discuss Liverpool's Champions League final, and Aleksander issues an apology to the club. Finally the UEFA President talks about the European Super League and the following fallout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 15, 2023•46 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Finally on this edition of In Focus, we discuss the potential sale of Manchester United. Gary is joined by Jamie, Shay Given, Carl Anka & Laurie Whitewell from The Athletic and fans from Manchester United & Newcastle United. With potential buyers on the table, the group discusses who could take over at Manchester United, and the ramifications of the purchase. What would state ownership mean for the club? How much would the club sell for? Our Newcastle United fans & Shay Given share t...
Mar 03, 2023•28 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast The second part of In Focus is here, all about the title race. We’re joined by Gary, Jamie, James McNicholas from The Athletic & fans from Arsenal & Manchester City. Our Arsenal fans are as confident as ever, but Gary is still sceptical on Arsenal’s title challenge, doubting their experience. But is this a different Manchester City team to their previous title winning sides? Did Manchester City make a mistake selling Zinchenko & Jesus to Arsenal? And will allowing Joao Cancelo leave ...
Mar 01, 2023•40 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast We’re back with a brand new strand, in focus. With voices from the fans & respected journalists, we dive into the biggest topics in football. Up first is the aftermath from the Carabao Cup Final. Gary is joined by Jamie Carragher, Carl Anka & Laurie Whitwell from the Athletic and fans from Manchester United & Newcastle. We discuss Manchester United’s rise and what this means for the club going forwards. Are Manchester United in the title race? Will Harry Kane join in the summer? And ...
Feb 28, 2023•44 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast In the third and final part of our Fan Debate, Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher & the fans tackle the title race. Can Arsenal keep Man City at bay? Gary has his doubts with City for the first time this season. Then the attention turns to the top four. Can Newcastle make the top 4? Will Manchester United & Spurs be able to claim a Champions League place? And could the likes of Brighton, Fulham & Brentford sneak into Europe? Finally, we discuss the problems at Liverpool & what is happ...
Feb 10, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast It’s time for part 2 of the debate, where we focus on the relegation battle. Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, and the fans take a look at the clubs fighting to survive. We’ve got Part Three coming out very soon, subscribe now & make sure to turn notifications on. 00:00-4:54 Sean Dyche at Everton 4:55-9:46 Who’s next at Leeds? Can they survive? 9:47-14:14 Nottingham Forest’s survival hopes 14:15-15:48 Bournemouth’s worries 15:49-19:17 Lopetegui’s impact at Wolves Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...
Feb 10, 2023•19 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast The Overlap is back and we’re in our brand new home, ready for a debate. We’ve got Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, and some of the biggest fan channels across the country. First up we look at Manchester City, and the news surrounding the alleged FFP breaches. We’re joined by Matt Slater & Sam Lee from The Athletic to share insight on the rulings, before diving into Chelsea’s spending spree. We’ve got Part Two & Three coming out very soon, subscribe now & make sure to turn notification...
Feb 10, 2023•36 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Part two of the Fan Debate is here! I’m back with Jamie Carragher, Robbie Lyle and the best English fan channels. In this part we chat to the Manchester clubs as well as Wolves, West Ham, Bournemouth, Forest and Leeds. Chapters: 00:00-17:08 Manchester United 17:09-26:41 Manchester City 26:42-30:08 Liverpool and Man U in Europe 30:09-32:48 Unai Emery 32:49-36:52 Wolves 36:53-40:16 Nottingham Forest 40:17-47:24 James Maddison and Jamie’s England squad 47:25-51:32 Leeds 51:33-56:58 Bournemouth 56:5...
Nov 10, 2022•57 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast The Fan Debate is back and before the World Cup kicks off, we got the thoughts of Jamie Carragher, Robbie Lyle and the biggest fan channels across England on how the Premier League season is going so far. From Liverpool going up for sale, to Arsenal’s chances at the title, along with Graham Potter’s start at Chelsea and the rise of Newcastle United. Part two will drop tomorrow where we discuss the rest of the teams in the Premier League including the two Manchester clubs. Chapters: 00:00-15:25 L...
Nov 08, 2022•1 hr•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast My full interview with Liverpool centre back and Netherlands captain Virgil Van Dijk is here, brought to you by Sky Bet. Virgil opens up about growing up in Holland and slowly becoming the brilliant footballer he is today. He talks about his move to Liverpool, life at Anfield and what it’s like working with Jurgen Klopp. Plus he answers some questions from fans of the Overlap. If you enjoyed this episode give it a like, and make sure to subscribe and turn notification...
Nov 07, 2022•37 min•Ep 15•Transcript available on Metacast We’re back for another Fan Debate Xtra, brought to you by Sky Bet, as I’m joined by The Athletic’s David Ornstein & Laurie Whitwell and some of the biggest fan channels from Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City & Manchester United. We dive into Arsenal’s rise & Liverpool’s poor start, then talk about Haaland’s dominance & Manchester United’s resilience. Plus we predict where these four clubs will finish this season. Subscribe and leave a comment if you want more of The Overlap Fan...
Oct 12, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep 14•Transcript available on Metacast Amir is back for his full interview, brought to you by Sky Bet, as we walk around Bolton and visit his gym. We dive into his childhood, how he got into boxing and then how Amir lost £5 million. He shares all on the drama with AJ and how it ruined their relationship, before revealing how he was held at gunpoint. If you enjoyed this episode give it a like & subscribe, and let me know who you want on future Overlaps. 00:00-15:26 Growing up in Bolton, Amir’s childhood, losing £5 million & de...
Sep 12, 2022•32 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast After Man United's victory against Arsenal, Jamie & I sit down with The Athletic's David Ornstein and Carl Anka, as well as familiar fans of both clubs for the first Fan Debate Xtra – brought to you by Sky Bet. We reflect on Sunday's game and discuss the current state of these two Premier League giants in more detail. Subscribe and leave a comment if you want more of The Overlap Fan Debate Xtra ❤️ 00:00-8:59 Man United’s New Feel-Good Factor 9:00-20:42 Arsenal’s Bittersweet Trip to Old Traff...
Sep 06, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast My full interview is here with Geoff as we flipped the Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet. We chat around why I started this channel, and getting into punditry at Sky Sports. I reflect on 1999 in Barcelona, life after football, and how I collapsed during the 2021 EUROs. Plus I open up on my dad and my grandad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 25, 2022•40 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast Part 2 is here of our start of season Premier League fan debate, brought to you by Sky Bet, and I’m back with Jamie Carragher, Josh Denzel and the biggest fan channels in the country. The discussion continues, with breaking up the top 6, to who we think will go down, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 04, 2022•41 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast We’re back with the Fan Debate ahead of the brand new Premier League season, with Jamie Carragher, Josh Denzel and the biggest fan channels across England, brought to you by Sky Bet. We discuss the major talking points, including the Lionesses historic win, who will win the league, the battle for top four, and if Ronaldo needs to leave Manchester United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
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May 12, 2022•51 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast My full interview with Aston Villa manager and Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard is here, brought to you by Sky Bet. Steven tells me about how he became a manager, with Klopp giving him the u18s to manage at Liverpool. He then talks about his time with Rangers, his management style and his ambitions with Villa. We finally chat about the Chelsea game, and how he coped with the aftermath. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 21, 2022•38 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast We’re back for another Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. I’m joined by Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Josh Denzel and some of the biggest fan channels across England. With the Premier League returning we discuss some of the biggest topics, from Ten Hag or Pochettino, to Chelsea’s sanctions, the state of Everton and so much more. Give this channel a follow if you enjoyed listening and please let me know who you want on future episodes of The Overlap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
Mar 30, 2022•2 hr 31 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast I am delighted to share with you our first ever Overlap Live event at the Manchester Apollo, brought to you by Sky Bet . Kelly Cates and Josh Denzel host Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane and I in front of over 2,700 fans . The night was amazing, and here‘s some of our favourite parts from the show: from my first MNF appearance to our all-time Premier League XIs and so much more . We can’t wait to do more live shows , keep an eye out for future announcements. If you enjoyed this episode, make sur...
Feb 24, 2022•45 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast I am so happy to share my full interview with Declan , brought to you by Sky Bet . Easily the most switched on 23 year old I‘ve ever talked to . We chat around his home town, Chelsea, signing for West Ham, losing to Italy with England and so much more. Plus he teaches me a thing or two on the snooker table… Make sure you follow this channel and let me know who you want on future episodes too . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
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