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Thierry Henry, Virgil Van Dijk & Gazza: Best of our Special Guests Aug 05, 2024

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How did Thierry Henry utterly embarrass Micah the first time they played against each other? Who is the most difficult player van Dijk has ever played against? Why did Gazza turn down Man Utd?

In today’s episode we look back at the best moments from some of our special guest interviews over the last year.

We hear from Thierry Henry, Virgil van Dijk, Paul Gascoigne, Andriy Shevchenko, Peter Beardsley, Fabrizio Romano, Howard Webb and Sid Lowe. Don’t forget if you want to listen to any of these interviews in full you can find them all in our full episode list.

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Dodgy Transfers, PSR Jeopardy & Multi-Club Ownership Aug 02, 2024

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What exactly was going on with the rush of big money transfers we saw at the end of June? Which clubs are in real danger of being punished for breaking PSR rules next season? Why is the multi-club ownership model such a problem?

Gary is joined by journalist Nick Harris to discuss the murky world of football and money and how that is affecting clubs in this summer’s transfer window.

Nick has been a journalist for 30 years and specialises in the business and finance of sport, especially football. You can find him on Twitter @sportingintel and read his work on his website at: https://sportingintelligence832.substack.com

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Best Of 2023/24 Jul 29, 2024

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As we build up to a new domestic season starting in a few weeks we’re taking the chance to look back at the highlights from the first year of The Rest Is Football.

From stories of dressing room bust-ups to anecdotes of playing with the likes of Paul Gascoigne and Mario Balotelli.

Gary, Alan and Micah reveal what life is really like playing at the elite level of the game we all love.

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Enzo Fernández Backlash, Football At The Olympics & A Match Made In Wrexham Jul 26, 2024

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Trouble in Paris as Argentinians defend Enzo Fernández’s remarks after The Copa America, Football at The Olympics and how Hollywood and Wales became a football match made in heaven.

Gary is joined by Journalist and Author Ian Herbert to talk about his book, Tinseltown: Hollywood and the Beautiful Game - A Match Made in Wrexham

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Best Of Euro 2024 Jul 22, 2024

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We’re a week on now from the end of Euro 2024 and England falling at the very final hurdle against a brilliant Spanish side.

We had an incredible time on The Rest Is Football and loved trying to bring you inside the tournament with us.

On today’s episode we’re looking back at that amazing month or so with our ‘Best Moments From Euro 2024’.

Plenty of laughs, some cracking interviews and wonderful stories.

Alongside Gary, Alan and Micah we also hear from Eric Cantona, Rio Ferdinand, David Moyes & Alastair Campbell.

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Southgate Resigns - Who Next For England? Jul 17, 2024

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Who should be the next England manager? Does it matter if they are English or not? What will Gareth Southgate’s legacy be?

Gary and Micah react to the news that Southgate is stepping down as England boss after 8 years and discuss what that means for the future.

This summer join EE the lead sponsor of the England teams and stand against hate. Find out more at bit.ly/EETRIFPodcast

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England Fall Short Once Again Jul 15, 2024

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Will England be disappointed with their performance in the final? Did they get the tactics wrong? What next for England and Gareth Southgate?

Gary, Alan and Micah reflect on the Three Lions defeat to Spain in the final of Euro 2024 and what the future holds for the national side.

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England vs Spain - European Championship Final Preview Jul 14, 2024

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Does Gareth Southgate introduce Luke Shaw into the starting XI? How do England deal with Spain’s electric wingers Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams? Can England make use of the the extra man in midfield?

Gary, Alan & Micah preview The Final of the European Championships between England and Spain

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Spain: A Scouting Report Jul 13, 2024

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Gary Lineker is joined by Spanish football expert Sid Lowe to give us the inside track on players such as Dani Olmo, Nico Williams, Rodri and Lamine Yamal.

In particular Sid tells us the extraordinary family story of Nico Williams, whose brother Iñaki plays for Ghana.

Plus how has national coach Luis de la Fuente changed Spain from a team obsessed with possession to a team with flying wingers?

Sid Lowe is co-host of The Spanish Football Podcast.

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-spanish-football-podcast/id687671367

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Rio Ferdinand: How England Can Win Jul 13, 2024

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Did club rivalries destroy England’s Golden Generation?

Rio Ferdinand joins Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer to explain why his England team of Gerrard, Lampard, Scholes and Rooney could never work together.

And if a teenager wins the Euros final for his country will it be Kobbie Mainoo or Lamine Yamal?

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