The Rest Is Football
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Thomas Tuchel: New England Manager
The Rest Is Football
10/16/24 • 32 min
Thomas Tuchel has signed a deal with The FA to become the new England manager. The 51-year-old German has signed an 18-month contract, starting on January 1st.
Why have the FA opted for a foreign coach? Can Thomas Tuchel be the one to finally find the right balance in this England side? And does his style of play suit tournament football?
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Does The Ballon d'Or Really Matter?
The Rest Is Football
10/30/24 • 32 min
Would the guys rather win the Ballon d'Or or a World Cup Golden Boot? What was the best pre-match team talk they were ever given? Does Big Meeks think Liverpool would be a better side without Mo Salah?
Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss a night of crisps and karaoke with Lionel Ritchie as they answer the best of your listener questions.
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England Fall Short Once Again
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07/15/24 • 42 min
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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Greece Stun Lacklustre England
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10/11/24 • 30 min
Is it impossible to get the best out of Foden, Bellingham, Palmer and Saka when they’re playing in the same team? Did England get the defensive balance wrong or do we want to see them take more risks? What will Ollie Watkins be thinking after not getting a start in this game?
Gary, Alan and Micah also pay tribute to George Baldock, who sadly died at his home in Athens earlier this week.
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Michail Antonio: Success At West Ham The Hard Way, Dimitri Payet’s Stardust & Battles With Big Meeks
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11/22/24 • 43 min
After a tough start to life at West Ham, how satisfying was it to be such an integral part of their first European trophy in 58 years? Who are the best players he’s ever played with and against? Who really came out on top when Micah and Michail faced each other on the pitch?
Gary and Micah are joined by West Ham and Jamaica forward Michail Antonio to discuss the highs and lows of his footballing journey and how he’s still the best table-tennis player around.
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Gary Reacts To MOTD Farewell & England Get The Job Done In Greece
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11/15/24 • 32 min
Why is now the right time for Gary to step away from Match of the Day after 25 years? Which England squad players impressed the most in Athens? Will we see Lee Carsley take a managerial role in club football next?
Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the fallout from the videos circulating online of David Coote that have led to his suspension by the PGMOL.
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Would Alan Sell Alexander Isak For £150m?
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01/08/25 • 25 min
If Newcastle were offered £150m for Alexander Isak, should they take it? What’s the most embarrassing thing that’s ever happened on a football pitch? Who would the guys like as a dream guest for the show in the future?
Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss their phobias as they answer your questions in today’s episode.
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England Thump Ireland & The Big Questions Remaining For Tuchel
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11/18/24 • 29 min
What have England learnt from Lee Carsely’s six games in charge? Who has really stepped up and taken their chance after so many players pulled out of the squad this time round? What are the main priorities for Thomas Tuchel when he takes over?
Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the decline in the Republic of Ireland side over the decades and the challenges they now face.
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Harry Redknapp: Di Canio’s Madness, Transfer Window Genius & Challenging Chairmen
The Rest Is Football
01/10/25 • 59 min
What special tricks did Harry have for man-managing the maverick that was Paolo Di Canio? How did he turn on the charm with prospective players to make sure he always got the most out of the transfer market? Why is it generally a constant battle between the chairman and the manager at a football club?
Gary is joined by one of the great managers of the English game, Harry Redknapp, to discuss exactly what makes football management so addictive and how Paul Merson got one over one him when he was the boss at Portsmouth.
Harry Redknapp’s back in the dugout, managing the worst team in the country!
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United Set The New Standard, Shocking Refereeing & Newcastle Flying High
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01/06/25 • 49 min
Is that the commitment and performance level Man United now have to match week after week? Was that one of the worst weekends for refereeing decisions we’ve seen for a while? Can Newcastle sustain this run of form and claim a Champions League place?
Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the penalty incident between Joao Pedro and William Saliba and how VAR can be used better to come to the right decision.
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How many episodes does The Rest Is Football have?
The Rest Is Football currently has 304 episodes available.
What topics does The Rest Is Football cover?
The podcast is about Football, Podcasts, Sports and Soccer.
What is the most popular episode on The Rest Is Football?
The episode title 'Michail Antonio: Success At West Ham The Hard Way, Dimitri Payet’s Stardust & Battles With Big Meeks' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Rest Is Football?
The average episode length on The Rest Is Football is 38 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Rest Is Football released?
Episodes of The Rest Is Football are typically released every 2 days.
When was the first episode of The Rest Is Football?
The first episode of The Rest Is Football was released on Aug 4, 2023.
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