The Rest Is Football

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MARCUS RASHFORD: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Aug 13, 2025

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In a world exclusive interview for The Rest Is Football, Gary and Micah fly to Barcelona to spend time with Marcus Rashford.

Don’t miss this stunning conversation with Barcelona’s first English player since Gary played at the Camp Nou in 1989.

The trio dive into what it means to play for one of the most electrifying teams in world football.

Marcus also reflects candidly on Manchester United’s recent struggles, from the perspective of a player and also a fan.

This is a raw and revealing conversation with one of England’s top footballing talents and most thoughtful sportsmen.

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All 20 PL Clubs Predicted: 25/26 Aug 10, 2025

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Who will be top four? Who’s heading for the drop? Which teams will surprise and which will disappoint? In this special episode, Gary, Alan, and Micah look ahead to the new Premier League Season. They evaluate every one of the twenty Premier League clubs, predicting where they will finish.

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Mikel John Obi Part 2: How Do You Stop Messi? Champions League Glory & His Father’s Double Kidnapping Ordeal Aug 08, 2025

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“If you’re left one on one with Messi, you’re dead”. Mikel Jon Obi reveals what it was like to play against that incredible Barcelona team and a prime Lionel Messi, how Chelsea won that incredible Champions League in 2012, and Mikel explains the horrifying moment his Father was kidknapped… twice!

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Mikel John Obi Part 1: Fergie Vs Mourinho, JT's Leadership & Scraps In The Dressing Room Aug 06, 2025

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Gary Lineker is joined by former Chelsea midfielder Mikel John Obi, who shares the unbelievable story of the dramatic tug of war between Manchester United and Chelsea over his signature. From secret meetings to jumping through bushes, Mikel reveals all in this jaw-dropping tale from one of football’s most chaotic transfer sagas.

He also shares exactly what Jose Mourinho was like behind closed doors and reveals all on the fights that happened on the training ground and how that shaped Chelsea as a team.

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Isak-Gate, Legendary Lionesses & The Players Lounge Aug 04, 2025

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Will Liverpool break the British transfer fee record and sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle? Can the men follow in the footsteps of the brilliant Lionesses and win a major trophy soon? Would Victor Osimhen be a top 3 Premier League Striker?

Gary, Alan & Micah also announce THE PLAYERS LOUNGE, the official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It’s time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for monthly prizes As a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table.

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Lionesses Win Back-to-Back European Titles After Dramatic Penalty Shootout Jul 28, 2025

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Why was Chloe Kelly “born to be a hero”? How did England’s ‘all-round team’ make sure they won this tournament? What will the celebrations have been like for the squad last night and over the next few days?

Gary introduces Millie Bright and Rachel Daly from the Daly Brightness show, who also discuss what the experience was like for them watching along as fans rather than being able to help on the pitch.

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England Into Euros Final After More Late Drama Jul 23, 2025

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Gary introduces the latest episode from The Rest Is Football: Daly Brightness, as the team discuss England’s dramatic victory over Italy in the semi-finals of the women’s Euros.

How do England keep producing these incredible late comebacks? How have they got the ’super subs’ making such an impact? Can the Lionesses go all the way and win the final on Sunday?

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Best of the Club World Cup Jul 18, 2025

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We’re almost a week on now from Chelsea being crowned World Champions after a brilliant victory against PSG in New York.

On today’s episode, we’re looking back at the best moments and stories from the show across the tournament. From stunning goals and huge upsets, to stories of close encounters with sharks and partying with the winners - there was a lot going on!

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Steve Parish: Why UEFA’s Ruling On Crystal Palace Is A Huge Mistake Jul 16, 2025

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What exactly has happened so far between Crystal Palace and UEFA and what are the next steps? Why are Crystal Palace appealing their removal from the Europa League to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, and what is the basis of that appeal? Does it feel like there are some rules for the ‘big boys’ and different rules for everyone else?

In this exclusive interview Gary is joined by Crystal Palace co-owner and chairman Steve Parish to discuss the controversy around the club’s demotion from the Europa League over ownership rules. The pair also reminisce on the wonderful day at Wembley a few months ago when Palace won the FA Cup, that has led to this difficult situation.

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Was The Club World Cup A Success & Who Were The Standout Players? Jul 15, 2025

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Was the new revamped tournament any better than it was before? Did the players enjoy playing in it? What lessons have we learnt ahead of the World Cup next summer?

Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also debate which players made it into the Team of the Tournament and who has made a name for themselves going into next season.

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