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The biggest names in football, politics, business and world sport share real stories with me, Gary Neville, reflecting on their careers & vulnerabilities.
Plus we’ll have Overlap Live where I'll answers your questions & Overlap Reacts, where I'll react to the biggest incidents in sport.
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03/18/25 • 71 min
In this episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet, Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes headline a lively, action-packed show - starting with Liverpool’s shocker in the Carabao Cup final and Newcastle’s historic first trophy in 70 years. But do Eddie Howe and Dan Burn now deserve statues?
We also break down Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s recent media appearances, including his exclusive chat with Gary Neville on The Overlap, and ask the fans what they really think about Man United’s proposed new stadium.
Rory is worried about Chelsea under Enzo Maresca and if they don’t get UCL will Cole Palmer leave? There’s debate on the end of an era at Goodison Park, growing excitement around Nottingham Forest’s Champions League push, plus questions over Spurs' woeful form under Ange Postecoglou.
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00:00 Intro
00:44 Everton Quiz Challenge
04:01 Carabao Cup Final Reactions
08:40 Liverpool's Performance Analysis
26:21 Arsenal's Season and Future Prospects
30:12 Chelsea's Struggles
39:45 Manchester United's Recent Form
50:31 Manchester City's Rebuild & Charges
57:10 Tottenham's Managerial Dilemma
01:00:38 Nottingham Forest's Champions League Ambitions
01:05:46 Everton's Farewell to Goodison Park
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09/30/24 • 46 min
Listen-in to the best behind-the-scenes moments from the Overlap on Tour!
Join Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, and Ian Wright as they discuss everything from how to fix football, what makes the perfect fry-up and their meditation techniques.
Plus Roy questions his friendship with the rest of the team!
Get ready for plenty of laughs and warm-up for the new series of The Overlap On Tour coming October 29th on Sky Max & NOW.
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Liverpool’s Contract Secrets, Tapping Up Rooney & Neymar’s Party Clause! | The Overlap Fan Debate
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02/18/25 • 55 min
Join Jamie Carragher, Paul Scholes, and fans for the latest episode of The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet.
In this episode - we're joined by a top sports lawyer to find out how top clubs structure player deals, navigate salary caps, and stay within Financial Fair Play (FFP) and Premier League Salary Rules (PSR).
The discussion also covers tapping up in football - including the time Wayne Rooney was approached by Paul Scholes!
We also explore Neymar’s infamous “party clause”! Just how common are these unusual perks, and what do players negotiate behind closed doors?
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Chapters:
00:00 - Promo
01:04 - Arsenal Quiz with Alex
04:07 - Lawyer, Author, Speaker - Daniel Geey
04:50 - Understanding PSR and FFP
09:21 - Liverpool Contract Renewals
22:55 - Tapping Up in Football
25:29 - The Haaland Deal: Long-Term Contracts
30:43 - Arteta's Arsenal and PSR
33:30 - Declan Rice and His Transfer to Arsenal
34:31 - Agents, Salaries, and Club Strategies
47:16 - Champions League and Celtic
50:55 - Ludicrous Clauses and Transfers
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08/08/24 • 71 min
Welcome back to the fan debate season preview brought to you by SkyBet.
Jamie Carragher is joined by Paul Scholes alongside some of the biggest fan channels across England ahead of what is billed up to be an interesting 2024/25 Premier League season.
Can anyone stop Manchester City taking a 5th Premier League title in a row? Who will make the top 4? Will the promoted sides manage to stay up? Which manager will be first to go? We talk through some of the biggest debates from the best league in the world.
We have a lot to get through in this blockbuster episode and we would love to hear your thoughts and predictions ahead of another incredible campaign.
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12/30/24 • 31 min
It's time for our Premier League mid-season awards on The Overlap Breakdown!
For our last show of 2024 - we're looking back on the first half of the season, dishing out awards for the best goal, best signings, most improved and more.
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05/23/25 • 63 min
Jamie Carragher, Paul Scholes, and the returning Gary Neville are back with another unmissable episode of The Overlap Fan Debate brought to you by Sky Bet.
We are joined by passionate fans from across the country, plus financial expert Kieran Maguire and George Elek from the Not Top Twenty Podcast. We dive into the biggest talking points in football finance right now including financial distribution and sustainability in the game as well as the issue of ticket pricing.
We look at the new Premier League TV deal and its impact on clubs’ revenues, as well as football community concerns, including the commercialisation of football and its effect on loyal supporters.
Finally, we get an insider view on the ownership and management changes at Salford City, discussing the challenges and ambitions of making the club financially sustainable.
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05/14/25 • 69 min
Jamie Carragher, Paul Scholes and the returning Gary Neville are back with another unmissable episode of The Overlap Fan Debate brought to you by Sky Bet.
We kick things off with Liverpool fan Gareth who gives us his take on the reaction to Trent Alexander-Arnold's appearance ahead of his rumoured move to Real Madrid. Were there boos from the home crowd? Is the fanbase divided over Trent’s decision?
We then shift focus to Wembley and the upcoming FA Cup Final. Palace fan Dan (HLTCO) and City fan Luke join the debate as we ask whether Crystal Palace should be confident heading into the showdown or if Pep Guardiola’s City side will once again dominate under the arch.
Finally we tackle the Europa League Final between Manchester United and Spurs. Who needs this more? Gary has some strong words about Rúben Amorim United’s direction and what’s at stake if they fail to qualify for the Champions League.
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00:00 - Intro
02:00 - Liverpool
18:09 - On The Winning Track with Trainline
24:50 - Arsenal
36:56 - Palace vs Man City FA Cup Final
45:33 - Manchester United's Season
48:56 - Spurs vs United Europa League Final
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02/25/25 • 74 min
Welcome back to The Overlap Fan Debate brought to you by Sky Bet - as Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes discuss all the latest football with fans from up and down the country.
Liverpool go 11 points clear, is the title already theirs? And is Mo Salah the best ever to play in the Premier League?
We delve into Manchester City’s exit from the Champions League and Arsenal’s shock defeat at the weekend. Plus, who will win the race for Europe - and are things starting to turn around for Tottenham?
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00:00 - Promo
01:38 - Greg Nottingham Forest Quiz
04:31 - Gareth Liverpool Fan & have they won the league?
09:35 - Who is the best Premier League player of all time?
19:34 - James Arsenal Fan & are they out of the title race?
24:55 - Luke Manchester City Fan & will they challenge next season?
33:59 - McKola Manchester United fan on their struggles
49:51 - Rory Chelsea Fan on their decline in form
1:01:08 - Flav Tottenham Hotspur Fan on their recent win
1:04:30 - Sarah Fulham Fan & their positive season
1:07:06 - Lee Newcastle Fan & their weekend’s result
1:11:23 - Greg Nottingham Forest Fan on whether they will make Europe
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Have Pep’s Tactic’s Expired & Slot’s Style Shift at Liverpool | Fan Debate Tactics Special
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02/04/25 • 56 min
Join us for the latest Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet where Paul Scholes, Jamie Carragher and the fans delve into the most pressing football topics.
Special guests include tactical expert and host analysts HTO from The Overlap Breakdown channel, who sheds light on current trends in the Premier League.
The panel look at how tactics have evolved - from Sir Alex Ferguson's era to the influence of managers like Pep Guardiola.
They explore the shifts in today's game, analyse how different clubs like Liverpool and Arsenal approach strategy, and debate the impact of managerial philosophies on team performance.
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00:00 Intro
01:20 Leicester City Quiz
04:07 Tactical Trends in Football
10:09 Analysing Modern Football Tactics
21:07 Liverpool's Tactical Evolution
28:08 Arteta's Tactical Approach
28:40 Martinelli's Evolution
29:22 Odegaard's Struggles
30:18 Arsenal's Striker Dilemma
32:19 The Role of Creativity in Modern Football
35:11 Everton's Football Philosophy
39:39 Club Philosophies and Managerial Changes
45:20 Tottenham's Style Under Postecoglou
48:20 Nottingham Forest's Counter-Attacking Play
53:09 Premier League's Competitive Mid-Table
53:54 Conclusion and Wrap-Up
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02/11/25 • 64 min
Join us for the latest Fan Debate brought to you by Sky Bet, where Paul Scholes and Jamie Carragher discuss all latest football news with fans from up and down the country.
The episode kicks off with Tottenham's ongoing issues under Postecoglou and the impact of player injuries. What are Liverpool's priorities this season after their recent FA Cup exit?
Arsenal's need for attacking talent and potential summer targets are debated. The conversation then shifts to Manchester United's struggles and tactical decisions under Rúben Amorim.
Finally, the focus turns to West Ham's fresh start under Graham Potter and the improved team dynamics following Lopetegui's departure.
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00:00 Intro
00:39 West Ham Quiz Challenge
03:09 FA Cup Reactions and Tottenham's Performance
19:58 Liverpool's Priorities and FA Cup Exit
27:42 Manchester City's Confidence Amidst Charges
31:32 Man City vs Real Madrid
32:19 Celtic's Champions League Journey
37:15 Arsenal's Struggles and Future Prospects
49:10 Manchester United's Managerial Concerns
57:34 West Ham's Season and Managerial Changes
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Overlap have?
The Overlap currently has 116 episodes available.
What topics does The Overlap cover?
The podcast is about Premier League, News, Man City, Manchester City, Football, Manchester United, Podcasts, Sports, Soccer, Arsenal and Liverpool.
What is the most popular episode on The Overlap?
The episode title 'Fixing Football, Fry-Ups and Roy’s Ice Bath Rant! | Sky Mobile: The Overlap On Tour' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Overlap?
The average episode length on The Overlap is 49 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Overlap released?
Episodes of The Overlap are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Overlap?
The first episode of The Overlap was released on May 20, 2021.
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