Welcome back to the latest episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. This week Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes hear the fans Hot Takes, from Erling Haaland being the deadliest striker in the Premier League to Anfield’s atmosphere being a myth.  Do Villa have the best strike force combination in the Premier League? Is Paul Scholes the best English midfielder in the last 30 years? Will Erik Ten Hag be Manchester United manager next season?  Plus Paul Scholes talks about the one time he refused to play for Sir Alex Ferguson. What are your Hot Takes? Let us know in the comments00:00 - Promo00:59 - Manchester City fan Buvey’s Hot Take11:04 - Arsenal fan Clive’s Hot Take13:43 - Liverpool fan Chloe’s Hot Take16:37 - Manchester United fan Adam’s Hot Take18:58 - Aston Villa fan Luke’s Hot Take 20:34 - Chelsea fan Rory’s Hot Take24:55 - Nottingham Forest fan Greg’s Hot Take31:01 - Everton fan Baz’s Hot Take36:49 - Paul Scholes on the one time he refused to play for Alex Ferguson39:44 - Brighton fan Maz’s Hot Take This episode was recorded on 24 September.SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL HERE https://www.youtube.com/c/theoverlap?... SUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP NEWSLETTERhttps://substack.com/@theoverlapnewsl... SUBSCRIBE TO IT'S CALLED SOCCER!   / @theoverlapus   LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS Stick to Football - https://tr.ee/JI6l3Dj-4OThe Overlap - https://tr.ee/h07F3Fsuh3It Was What It Was - https://podfollow.com/1745066482 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.Sky Mobile is the network that easily lets you make your data plan bigger and smaller to suit you. For more information, visit sky.com/shop/mobile Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Fan Debate brought to you by Sky Bet. Jamie Carragher is joined by Paul Scholes and some of the biggest fan channels across England. We are also joined by journalist Martyn Ziegler who brings us the latest news on Manchester City’s 115 charges. We kick things off by looking at the weekend’s results, including Manchester City v Arsenal’s dramatic draw, Nottingham Forest’s unbeaten start to the season and Manchester United’s striker situation.  Plus, we delve into Liverpool’s contract situation, Everton’s potential takeover, fixture congestion in the Premier League and are Chelsea finally finding their feet?We’ll be back next week where the fans will bring their hot takes to the panel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to The Overlap’s Fan Debate, brought to you by SkyBet. This week we hear all about David Ornstein’s journey to becoming the man who breaks the big transfer news. Manchester United legend Paul Scholes talks us through his role as the Director of Recruitment at Salford City and how transfers work in the lower leagues. We are also joined by some of the biggest fan channels across England as they give their club’s best and worst transfers, from Cantona joining Manchester United, to Balotelli signing for Liverpool. Plus Paul Scholes, David Ornstein and Jamie Carragher give us their best and worst Premier League transfers.  Let us know your team’s best and worst transfers in the comments below.   00:00 - Promo  00:54 - Intro  01:05 - Paul Scholes on transfers at Salford City 03:18 - David Ornstein’s origin story!  11:52 - Fan questions to Paul Scholes and David Ornstein 23:21 - Paul Scholes on Manchester United’s best and worst transfers 24:27 - Adam on Manchester United’s best and worst transfers 26:43 - Big Steve on Manchester City’s best and worst transfers 28:48 - Chloe on Liverpool’s best and worst transfers 30:00 - Baz on Everton’s best and worst transfers  33:58 - Dan on Crystal Palace’s best and worst transfers 35:24 - Shaun on Chelsea’s best and worst transfers 40:57 - Greg on Nottingham Forest's best and worst transfers 42:41 - Ben on Tottenham Hotspur's best and worst transfers  52:18 - Alex on Arsenal's best and worst transfers  57:17 - David Ornstein on his Premier League best and worst transfers  59:09 - Jamie Carragher on his Premier League best and worst transfers  1:00:37 - Outtakes  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Overlap has teamed up with Sky Mobile to bring you Part 2 of the Transfer Window Special featuring Gary Neville, Ian Wright, and Jamie Carragher. In this episode, the trio dive into the most impactful signings for Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United, discussing how these transfers shaped the fortunes of these legendary clubs. The conversation then shifts to the crucial role of agents in the football world, revealing the behind-the-scenes negotiations that can make or break a player’s career. Gary, Wrighty, and Carra also explore some of the toughest player sales they’ve encountered, highlighting the loyalty of one-club players and the emotional toll of big-money moves. The discussion heats up as they talk about the rise of superstars Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland, and what their careers might hold. The episode wraps up with a quickfire Q&A session, where the guys share candid thoughts on various football topics, offering fresh insights and surprising opinions. Transfer Window Special is brought to you by Sky Mobile, the network that easily lets you make your data plan bigger and smaller to suit you. For more information, visit sky.com/shop/mobile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Fan Debate is back, brought to you by Sky Bet. Jamie Carragher is joined by Paul Scholes and some of the biggest fan channels across England as the Premier League season gets underway. From Manchester City’s win to Chelsea’s ever-growing squad and Liverpool’s first game under Arne Slot, we chat through the biggest conversations from the weekend’s opening games. We are also joined by the man known for breaking the big Premier League transfer news, David Ornstein. We take a look at this summer’s transfers, potential signings, and which clubs still need to fill key positions. We would love to hear your thoughts and predictions for the new season and what you think of this summer’s transfer window. So drop a comment below, if you like! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Overlap has teamed up with Sky Mobile to bring you the Transfer Window Special featuring Gary Neville, Ian Wright, and Jamie Carragher.In this episode, we take a deep dive into the most significant transfer stories that shaped the careers of Gary, Wrighty, and Carra. From surprise bids to intense negotiations, the trio reflects on the pivotal moments that defined their football journeys. Gary also shares insights from his experiences working in the transfer market with Salford, while Wrighty discusses his £2.5 million move and the agent drama that almost derailed it.Tune in to hear exclusive stories, including a surprise call from David Dein that changed everything, and the emotional highs and lows that come with life-changing transfer decisions.Transfer Window Special is brought to you by Sky Mobile, the network that easily lets you make your data plan bigger and smaller to suit you. For more information, visit sky.com/shop/mobile  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to The Overlap’s Fan Debate, brought to you by SkyBet.This week we turn the tables where our fans ask Paul Scholes and Jamie Carragher their questions ahead of the 2024/25 Premier League season: How long will Pep Guardiola stay at Manchester City? Who do Arsenal need to sign to win the Premier League? What one piece of advice would you give new Liverpool manager Arne Slot?Finally we have the return of our paddles where we put out statements for the following season for the panel and guest to debate: Will Manchester United finish above Liverpool? Could Eddie Howe become the New England manager? Can Rodri win the Ballon d’Or? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Neville meets with the leader of the Labour Party Sir Keir Starmer in the Lake District ahead of the upcoming general election on July 4th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to The Overlap’s Euro Fan Debate, proudly brought to you by SkyBet.In this final segment of our exciting series, fans have the unique opportunity to pose their Euros-themed questions to Gary Neville and Wayne Rooney. Join us as we delve into their expert insights, memorable tournament experiences, and predictions for EURO 2024.Don't forget to let us know your opinions in the comments below and subscribe so you never miss an upload.Subscribe to our newsletter here - https://substack.com/@theoverlapnewsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for an exclusive interview with Kieran Trippier on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet.Gary Neville joins Kieran to discuss a wide range of topics, from his experiences playing for Newcastle United to his time with the England national team. Kieran shares insights into his life on and off the pitch, including his adventures playing abroad and his thoughts on the future of English football.As the conversation unfolds, Kieran and Gary delve into the upcoming football season, discussing Newcastle's ambitions and England's prospects in international tournaments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Part 2 of The Overlap’s Euro’s Fan Debate, brought to you by SkyBet, hosted by Gary Neville and Wayne Rooney. EURO 2024 kicks off on Friday, with the hosts Germany taking on Scotland and passionate Scotland fans join us as they look ahead to the tournament. The second part of this debate focuses on Steve Clarke's job since taking over as Scotland manager, how they will get on in the group stage, and who will be Scotland’s most important player. We also look at the rest of the teams in the competition, who to look out for and the fans are asked who will be the 2024 EUROS champion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Overlap’s Euro’s Fan Debate, brought to you by SkyBet, hosted by Gary Neville and Wayne Rooney. With the EURO 2024 tournament kicking off on Friday, we are joined by passionate fans from England and Scotland. Our first part focuses on Gareth Southgate’s England squad omissions, preparations for the competition and Gary and Wayne's starting line-up predictions as the Three Lions get underway against Serbia on Sunday. Join us for part two on Friday, where we shift our attention to Scotland, who kick the EURO’s off facing hosts Germany, alongside the best of the rest of Europe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready for Kieran Trippier to take on Quickfire Questions on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet.Kieran Trippier was 26 when he made his England debut against France, so asking him 26 questions during our chat at his house seemed fitting.We dive into his most memorable moments, his time in Spain with Atlético de Madrid, his biggest regret, and his best mate in football.The full interview will be released next week, so subscribe now and turn on notifications if you don't want to miss it!SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL HERE https://www.youtube.com/c/theoverlap?sub_confirmation=1SUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP NEWSLETTER https://substack.com/@theoverlapnewsletterLISTEN TO OUR PODCASTSStick to Football - https://tr.ee/JI6l3Dj-4OThe Overlap - https://tr.ee/h07F3Fsuh3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s time for our exclusive at-home interview with Wayne Rooney on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet.Prior to his appointment as Plymouth Argyle manager, Wayne invites Gary Neville into his home, where they discuss a wide range of topics. Wayne opens up about his strong desire to return to management, a dream which has since come true.In addition to his professional ambitions, Wayne offers a glimpse into his family life. He shares how his children are growing up with interests in sport, particularly in football and boxing, reflecting the sporting legacy that runs in the Rooney family.Wayne also takes a nostalgic look back at his illustrious career with both Everton and Manchester United. He reveals some unheard stories from the training pitch, providing fans with a rare insight into his experiences at two of England's biggest clubs.As the conversation shifts towards international football, Wayne and Gary delve into the prospects for England ahead of EURO 2024. They discuss potential players for the national team to play in Germany, and Wayne shares his candid opinions on the current squad, offering his perspective on who should be representing England in the upcoming tournament. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready for Wayne Rooney to take on Quickfire Questions on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet.Wayne Rooney scored a record 53 goals for England, so it seemed fitting to ask him 53 questions during our chat at his house.We dive into his most memorable goals, first ever football match growing up, the club he wished he played for, and the most famous person he's ever played golf with.The full interview will be released later this week, so make sure to subscribe now and turn on notifications if you don't want to miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode on The Overlap, brought to you by SkyBet, we are joined by Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana. As our first goalkeeper on the show we kick things off with a discussion on the evolution of the position along with the differences the Premier League has brought to the Cameroonian keeper. Onana talks about his childhood, family and youth career that seen him reject a contract at Barcelona after coming through their youth system and the relationship he has United boss Erik ten Hag, who he played under at Ajax before a move to Inter Milan. We also chat about the Andre Onana Foundation, a foundation that provides free medical care and surgeries to underprivileged communities helping individuals in need regain their health and hope. Finally we preview this weekend’s FA Cup final between Manchester United v Manchester City and Onana has a special message for the Red Devils fans. If you enjoyed the interview please hit subscribe to never miss an upload. Please sign up to our newsletter to keep up with all The Overlap’s latest news here - https://substack.com/@theoverlapnewsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, we are joined by Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe.Gary Neville meets Eddie in his office at the Newcastle United training ground where the boss gives a fascinating insight into his tactics and playing-style which has brought so much success to his career.Regarded as one of the finest English managers of the past decade, Howe achieved the near impossible at AFC Bournemouth, taking the club from the bottom end of League 2 to the Premier League in the space of 8 years over two spells in charge.The former Cherries man talks about how he established his former side as a top-tier outfit before the toll of relegation, plus the lessons he has learnt along the way.Finally, after a stand-out first full season at St James’ Park where he guided the Magpies back to the Champions League and reached a cup final, Howe talks about the current campaign and his plan to establish Newcastle back in and amongst the elite English clubs.If you enjoyed the interview please hit subscribe to never miss an upload.00:00-01:21: Introduction01:21-11:17: Tactics and playing style11:17-20:28: Howe’s Newcastle United20:28-27:45: Day-to-day schedule and building coaching career27:45-36:52: Managing AFC Bournemouth from League 2 to the Premier League36:52-50:03 Next step at St James Park50:03-51:27 Post interview scenes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Overlap's historical football podcast, It Was What It Was.Each week Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper will be talking about the key episodes in football history that have shaped the footballing world today.The show will be discussing the best stories from football's past, giving insights to the personalities involved. providing details from behind the scenes and offering vital historical context.If you enjoy the podcast please hit subscribe to never miss an episode.Available to listen on all major podcast platforms: https://podfollow.com/1745066482 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.