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Ben Whittaker: I'll Be World Champion Under Eddie Hearn! | Stick to Football EP 137 Jun 26, 2026

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Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet.

Ben Whittaker joins Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Ian Wright to discuss his rise in boxing, being labelled the sport's villain, and why he decided to sign with Eddie Hearn.

Ben opens up about the criticism he's received for his showboating style, responds to Prince Naseem Hamed's comments, explains why he believes he's destined to become a world champion, and names David Benavidez as the opponent he wants to face next at Wembley Stadium.

The panel also discuss Ben's footballing comparisons, from Lamine Yamal and Michael Olise to his favourite player, Cesc Fàbregas, before Gary steps up for a light-hearted sparring lesson with the unbeaten light-heavyweight.

Elsewhere, Ben reveals why Floyd Mayweather is the greatest boxer of all time, explains why he stays away from partying, discusses the financial side of boxing, and shares why he believes Eddie Hearn is the right promoter to take him to the very top.

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0:00 - Intro & Meeting Ben Whittaker

2:40 - Which Footballer Would Ben Be?

3:15 - Ben's Flamboyant Boxing Style

6:14 - Origins of Ben's Boxing Style & His Dad's Influence

15:00 - Changing Promoters & The Boxing Landscape

17:22 - Sparring with Gary

18:45 - Greatest Boxer of All Time

21:31 - Dream Fights: Benavidez at Wembley

22:27 - British Rivals: Yarde & Buatsi

23:36 - Naseem Hamed Interview Controversy

26:19 - Longevity & Not Drinking

27:48 - Money, Bad Advice & Staying Smart

33:17 - Pundits & Media Criticism

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England Draw With Ghana, Ronaldo Delivers & Try Not To Laugh! | Stick to Football EP 136 Jun 24, 2026

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Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet!

Gary Neville, Ian Wright and Roy Keane react to England’s draw with Ghana at the World Cup. The panel breaks down the key talking points, delivers their player ratings, and debates whether Jordan Pickford was fortunate to avoid a red card. They also take a closer look at Ezri Konsa’s controversial challenge and ask whether Ghana should have been awarded a penalty.

Plus, the team responds to the latest comments from Thomas Tuchel, Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice.

Elsewhere, we discuss Cristiano Ronaldo’s standout display against Uzbekistan, Kylian Mbappé looking as sharp as ever, and Erling Haaland’s candid interview ahead of Norway’s clash with France.

And finally, we lighten the mood with a Roy vs Wrighty "Try Not to Laugh" challenge before wrapping things up with another round of ITV7!

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00:00 Intro

01:19 Chocolate Care Package

01:59 England Match Debate

05:34 Baseball Plans and Hot Dogs

11:49 Wrighty Penalty Talk

17:21 Neville on Carlos Queiroz Methods

22:51 England Struggle To Create

25:31 Set Pieces Missed Chances

26:27 Jude Role And Toney Option

30:55 Tuchel, Jude, Rice Reactions

35:06 Player Ratings

42:12 Try Not To Laugh

46:25 Ronaldo & Bruno

49:15 Mbappe Looks Hungry

51:01 Doku Family Debate

52:45 ITV7 Winners Breakdown

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Tom Brady: From NFL GOAT to Owning A Football Club & World Cup Love! Jun 22, 2026

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Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet.

Welcome back to Stick to Football. Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Ian Wright are joined by seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady for a huge conversation covering football, the World Cup and life at the very top of elite sport.

Tom shares his thoughts on the growth of football in the United States, the atmosphere around the World Cup and his experiences watching some of the game’s greatest players. The team discuss Lionel Messi’s lasting impact on football, Brazil’s rich footballing history and why Ronaldo Nazário (R9) remains one of the most iconic players ever to grace the game.

The conversation then turns to Tom’s remarkable career, from being the 199th pick in the NFL Draft to becoming one of the greatest athletes of all time. He opens up on leadership, longevity, nutrition, recovery and the mindset required to stay at the top for more than two decades.

Tom also discusses the evolution of American football, how technology has changed sport, the balance between player safety and physicality, and the lessons football and the NFL can learn from each other.

Plus, we put Tom through our MythBusters segment, covering some of the stories and rumours from his career, including his famous sports card collection and memorabilia, before finishing with the ITV7 quiz!

What has been your favourite moment of the World Cup so far? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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00:00 Into

05:46 Tom Brady Golf Journey

07:26 Hamptons Golf Invite

11:49 Combine Photo and Draft

14:56 Tech in Sports Debate

18:23 NFL Safety Rule Change

31:36 Recovery and Muscle Work

39:16 Belichick and Control

43:17 Set Pieces and Tactics

51:45 Ten Years Without a Ring

54:24 Continuity Wins Titles

57:29 College Confidence Shift

01:00:02 Late Pick Edge

01:03:25 Belichick ‘Do Your Job’

01:06:44 Team First in Social Era

01:08:09 Mentoring the Top Pick Fernando Mendoza

01:13:58 Raiders Improvement Plan

01:17:04 Birmingham City

01:21:06 World Cup and Myth Busters

01:25:49 Good Nut Business Talk

01:29:08 ITV7

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England’s Chaotic Win & Bellingham Shines In Tuchel’s Masterclass Jun 19, 2026

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Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet.

The opening round of the World Cup group stage is complete, and Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Ian Wright are here to break down all the biggest talking points from the tournament so far.

England got their campaign off to the perfect start, with Jude Bellingham delivering a standout performance and silencing any doubts about his place in the side. Roy, Gary and Ian give their player ratings and assess who impressed most in England’s opening match.

Thomas Tuchel’s tactical approach and in-game management proved decisive, but how will he set England up for their next fixture? Will Marcus Rashford and Djed Spence come into the starting XI, or will Tuchel stick with the same side that got the job done in the opening game?

The spotlight was on Lionel Messi, who once again reminded the world of his brilliance with a stunning hat-trick to launch Argentina’s World Cup campaign in style.

Later in the show, boxer Ben Whittaker joins the panel ahead of his upcoming fight. He opens up about whether boxing press conferences are really as heated as they appear, the hardest punch he’s ever taken, and the reality of chasing the sport’s biggest money fights.

ITV7 returns to test the team's knowledge, before we finish with some of your community questions.

If you had to describe the World Cup so far in one word, what would it be? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

ITV7

This episode is sponsored by ITV7 Football.

ITV7 Football is completely free to play! Simply download the ITV7 app and answer seven questions, for your chance to win huge jackpots this tournament!

18+. T&Cs apply.

This episode is also sponsored by Saily.

🌎 Get an exclusive 15% discount on your first Saily data plans! Use code stf at checkout. Download Saily app or go to to h https://saily.com/stf ⛵

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Hosting friends and family for the big game? Get match-winning recipe ideas at https://www.snackworks.com

00:00 Intro

04:11 Movies Marvel And Messi

06:54 Cats Dogs And Breakfast

10:50 Brandon Thomas Asante Story

12:36 Room 101 Jerseys Rant

14:23 Picantes Bills And Peloton

17:39 England Croatia First Half

22:57 Halftime Talk And Tuchel

31:22 Rashford Impact Sub

33:36 Squad Rotation Strategy

34:22 Bench Harmony Mindset

37:17 Jude Leadership Interviews

41:51 Player Ratings Begin

56:50 Rashford Selection Debate

58:48 Rating Tuchel Performance

01:03:24 ITV7 Golden Boot Quizl

01:16:24 PG Rated Insults

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England v Croatia, Brazil’s Shaky Start & Living in New York! | Stick to Football 133 Jun 16, 2026

Show notes

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet.

Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Ian Wright have arrived in New York for the World Cup, and there has already been plenty of action both on and off the pitch!

We begin by looking back on their first few days in the USA, from sightseeing around New York to watching the New York Knicks finally win the NBA Championship. What have been the team’s favourite moments and funniest stories so far?

Gary then sparks a debate as the team create a combined XI featuring England’s current World Cup squad and the side that reached the semi-finals in 1990. Are you picking Harry Kane or Gary Lineker? Jordan Pickford or Peter Shilton?

Attention then turns back to the football as we review the opening matches of the tournament. Has Brazil’s slow start against Morocco changed opinions, and are Germany now among the favourites after an emphatic win over Curaçao?

With England’s opening game against Croatia just around the corner, the team preview a crucial clash for Thomas Tuchel’s side. How important is finishing top of the group, and could defensive inexperience prove costly?

ITV7 returns to test the team's knowledge, before we finish with some of your community questions.

If you had to describe the World Cup so far in one word, what would it be? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

ITV7

This episode is sponsored by ITV7 Football.

ITV7 Football is completely free to play! Simply download the ITV7 app and answer seven questions, for your chance to win huge jackpots this tournament!

18+. T&Cs apply.

This episode is also sponsored by Saily.

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Nabisco are the official snacking partners of Stick to Football.

Hosting friends and family for the big game? Get match-winning recipe ideas at https://www.snackworks.com

00:00 Intro

02:49 Zidane Chat

05:16 Figo Doc And Galacticos

11:04 New York Homesick Talk

12:10 Brooklyn Love And Walks

14:05 Wine Tours And Whiskey

25:58 Jill Charity Ride Tribute

28:18 Shopping And Vintage Drama

32:34 1990 Vs Current England

34:51 Picking The Back Line

43:43 Knicks Title Talk

46:48 Milkshake Ordering Chaos

53:03 Portugal And Ronaldo Dynamic

54:56 Brazil Mystique Fading

01:03:27 Hydration Break Controversy

01:09:47 Scotland Group Hopes

01:12:10 England Croatia Pressure

01:18:00 ITV7

01:38:14 Shopping In New York

01:40:19 Best City And Kits

01:51:10 Wrap Up And Credits

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Bruno Calls Roy, England's Chances & World Cup Concerns | Stick to Football EP 132 Jun 10, 2026

Show notes

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, the dark horses and who will be crowned world champions next summer.

Elsewhere, Roy reveals what was said during his recent phone call with Bruno Fernandes, while the team discuss the challenges facing players and fans heading into the tournament, including travel, scheduling and ticket prices.

Who do you think will win the World Cup, and how far can England go? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

This episode is sponsored by ITV7 Football.

ITV7 Football is completely free to play! Simply download the ITV7 app and answer seven questions, for your chance to win huge jackpots this tournament!

18+. T&Cs apply.

00:00 - Intro

14:37 - World Cup Rule changes

25:18 - England Squad Doubts

51:22 - ITV 7

56:46 - Rogers Or Bellingham Debate

01:06:59 - Heat Travel World Cup Worries

01:10:38 - Scotland Group Outlook

01:13:01 - Bruno Fernandes Phone Call

01:20:10 - John McGinn

01:20:51 - Scotland Group Hopes

01:22:51 - World Cup Trivia Break

01:24:27 - Knockout stages Predictions

01:49:52 - Being Dropped From England

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Klinsmann: England Can Win World Cup, Matthaus Feud & Maradona Memories | Stick to Football EP 131 Jun 04, 2026

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Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE.

In this episode Jurgen Klinsmann joins Gary Neville, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright to discuss his incredible career, from signing for Tottenham on Alan Sugar’s yacht to facing Diego Maradona and winning the World Cup with Germany.

Klinsmann opens up on his famous rivalry with Lothar Matthaus, explains why Germany always seemed to find a way to beat England in major tournaments, and reveals the lesson that changed his life while playing in Italy.

The former Spurs striker also shares the story behind his iconic dive celebration, reflects on working under Arsène Wenger and Franz Beckenbauer, and gives his verdict on England’s chances at the 2026 World Cup.

Plus, Klinsmann discusses Maradona’s genius, Harry Kane’s move away from Spurs, and the one thing England still need to become world champions.

Who has the better chance heading into this World Cup, England or Germany? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe to never miss an episode!

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00:00 - Intro

03:45 - Jonathan Klinsmann’s recovery

16:00 - Growing up in a bakery

28:30 - Learning life lessons in Italy

39:00 - Why Germany beat England

51:00 - The reality of playing against Maradona

55:00 - Arsène Wenger the educator

01:04:00 - Signing for Spurs on Alan Sugar’s yacht

01:09:00 - The iconic dive celebration

01:14:00 - Teddy Sheringham partnership

01:34:00 - Rebuilding Germany

01:41:00 - World Cup favourites

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Inside Arsenal’s Title Celebrations, UCL Final & Set Piece Secrets | The Overlap Champions Special May 27, 2026

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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-Chair Josh Kroenke and CEO Richard Garlick also sit down with Gary and Wrighty to discuss the club’s rise, reveal the importance of signing Declan Rice and even surprise the pair with a gift of their own.

Mikel Merino and Myles Lewis-Skelly then join the show to reflect on the highs and lows of the campaign, as well as sharing a few secrets from Arsenal’s title celebrations.

Can Arsenal complete the double by winning the Champions League?

00:00- Intro

01:37- Arteta Reflects on Winning

07:27- Declan Rice Statement Signing

10:19- Raya Ramsdale Decision Explained

11:52-Josh Kroenke

21:09-Richard Garlick

31:05- Mikel Merino

36:58- Champions League Final

39:47- Myles Lewis-Skelly

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Roy vs Bruno, Salah’s Dig at Slot, Alonso to Chelsea & Pep's FA Cup Farewell | Stick to Football 130 May 19, 2026

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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 some strong opinions on whether that should really have been the main focus.

Jamie Carragher joins the show by phone to give his take on Mo Salah’s recent comments. Has Slot lost the dressing room?

Xabi Alonso is set to take over as Chelsea boss this summer, but are the West London club lucky to land a manager of his calibre?

The FA Cup final also took place, with Manchester City beating Chelsea 1-0. The team discuss the timing of the game and how the competition has been prioritised this season. Is the FA Cup losing its magic?

Finally, the panel react to the controversial end to the Scottish Premiership season, with Hearts missing out on the title to Celtic. What’s your view?

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0:00 Intro

12:13 Handball in Man Utd vs Nottingham Forest

22:29 Bruno's assist record

41:13 Jamie Carragher on Mo Salah's comments

58:30 Xabi Alonso to Chelsea

01:03:35 FA Cup losing it's magic

01:10:33 SPL drama as Celtic win the league

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David O’Leary: Arsenal’s Double Dream, Talks to Join United & Nights Out with Roy | STF EP 129 May 14, 2026

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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 nights out alongside Roy and the squad.

Attention then turns to Arsenal, where David reflects on his time at the club, including a brilliant FA Cup story, before giving his thoughts on the current side as they chase Premier League and Champions League glory.

The episode finishes with a look back on David’s managerial career at Leeds, as well as talks over a possible move to Manchester United in 2001.

Can Arsenal do the double this season? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

00:00 Into

06:22 Tony Adams Leadership

11:41 Jack Charlton Tough Love

18:42 Heineken ‘Fan of the Match’

30:57 Nights Out With Ireland

33:27 Arsenal Memories

37:24 Arteta And Modern Arsenal

43:06 Leeds Job

51:44 Rio Ferdinand Deal

01:05:48 United Succession

01:10:58 Modern Football

01:16:01 Arsenal Title Run In Verdict

This episode is sponsored by Heineken. Enjoy Heineken responsibly.

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This episode is sponsored by Huel.

Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you.

Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds.

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