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The Rest Is Football

The Rest Is Football

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Join Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards for a podcast bringing strong opinions on all the latest stories from the world of football. Hosted by three men who’ve been there and done it at the highest level of the game, The Rest is Football combines topical debate with outrageous tales from their careers. The essential podcast for football fans.
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The Rest Is Football - Does The Ballon d'Or Really Matter?
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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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The Rest Is Football - Thomas Tuchel: New England Manager
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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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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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The Rest Is Football - 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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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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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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The Rest Is Football - Greece Stun Lacklustre England

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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The Rest Is Football - England Fall Short Once Again

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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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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If refs wore microphones so we could hear them throughout the game, would that help provide more clarity? Or would it open a can of worms and make things worse? Is Micah right in thinking that for 10% of Alan’s goal he didn’t know where he was aiming?

Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss exactly what sets Rodri apart as the best player in the world at the moment?

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Rest Is Football have?

The Rest Is Football currently has 252 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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