The Rest Is Football

Will Harry Kane win the World Cup for England?

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gary, Alan and Micah get into World Cup mode as the tournament approaches, breaking down key talking points and setting the scene for what’s to come...

Terry Butcher: Invisible Wounds 

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gary is joined by his former England teammate Terry Butcher to discuss his powerful new documentary, Butcher: Invisible Wounds. Terry opens up about t...

QUIZ: Most Brazilian Appearances In The Premier League 

03 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The season's final quiz is here, and it's make-or-break for Alan. The topic: the Brazilians with the most Premier League appearances. With only one vi...

Penalty heartbreak for Arsenal as PSG go back-to-back

01 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gary and Micah review the Champions League final as Arsenal had their dreams dashed in a penalty shootout and PSG became only the second team to win t...

Quiz: Most Left Footed Premier League Goals

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Arch rivals Alan and Micah go head-to-head once again in this week’s quiz, tackling one challenge: naming the Premier League players with the most l...

Jose Mourinho to calm the chaos at the Bernabeu?

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Real Madrid's shambolic season has featured Tchouaméni and Valverde fined for scrapping, Xabi Alonso sacked, a underwhelming caretaker spell from Alv...

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26 May 2026

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Trophy for Arsenal, Heartbreak for West Ham & Tuchel's England Shocks

25 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gary and Alan break down a dramatic final day of the Premier League season. West Ham tried their best to survive by beating Leeds 3-0, but it wasn...

QUIZ: Most Portuguese Appearances In The Premier League 

22 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gary returns to the quizmaster’s chair as Alan and Micah go head-to-head once again, this time testing their knowledge on the Portuguese players wit...

ARSENAL: PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal are Premier League champions at last. After 22 years of waiting, Mikel Arteta’s side finally get over the line following Manchester City’s...

Pep’s 20-Trophy Decade & Are West Ham Heading Down?

17 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Manchester City beat Chelsea at Wembley to complete the domestic double, with Pep Guardiola claiming his 20th trophy at the club in just 10 years. Has...

JAMIE VARDY: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW 

15 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gary sits down with Jamie Vardy to reflect on one of football’s most remarkable journeys. From being released by Sheffield Wednesday and working in ...

Quiz: Most Expensive Premier League Exports 

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Alan Shearer hosts this week’s quiz as Gary and Micah battle it out over the 10 most expensive Premier League exports of all time. Can Gary Lineker ...

Barcelona: La Liga Champions 

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Barcelona are crowned La Liga champions after defeating Real Madrid at the Camp Nou. How has Hansi Flick galvanised this exciting young Barcelona side...

Arsenal On The Brink: Drama In East London

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Huge controversy at the London Stadium as Arsenal snatch a massive three points away to West Ham. The Hammers thought they had rescued a dramatic inju...

Arsenal vs PSG: The Champions League Final Is Set

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid to set up a Champions League Final clash with PSG. Mikel Arteta’s side overcame Diego Simeone and his men to reach thei...

Quiz: Who Has The Most Assists In The Premier League 

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Big Meeks takes the hot seat as quizmaster for this week’s challenge: who has the most assists in Premier League history? With Gary stepping up a...

Real Madrid take the title race to the Clasico

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Real Madrid's 2-0 victory at Espanyol means that the title race continues for at least another week and gives Barcelona the opportunity to win it in n...

Man City Drop Points, Arsenal Edge Close To The Title 

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Manchester City sit five points behind Arsenal, and after Monday night’s draw with Everton, their fate is no longer in their own hands. Are Arsenal ...

Arsenal’s Resurgence, Spurs’ Reprieve & Marvellous Mainoo

03 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal stretch their lead to six points at the top of the Premier League with one of their most complete performances of the season. Is this the mome...

PSG vs Bayern: A Game For The Ages

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Did we just witness one of the greatest football matches in recent memory as PSG edged Bayern 5–4? And after a season of cautious, passive Premier L...

Quiz: Most Goals From Non-English Players In The Premier League

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Alan and Micah go head-to-head once again in this week’s quiz. Will Alan’s Premier League experience and eye for goal give him the edge, or will M...

Barca Edge Closer To Title Despite Yamal's Injury

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Barcelona stretched their lead to 11 points after a 2-0 win over Getafe, with Marcus Rashford on the scoresheet again, but the joy was tempered by Lam...

Manchester City’s Treble Charge Is On

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Manchester City staged another comeback, beating Southampton in the FA Cup semi-final to set up a showdown with Chelsea as they chase their second dom...

Leicester Relegated, Ownership Under Fire & Ronaldinho on Netflix

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Football club ownership has come under intense scrutiny this season. From Manchester United’s staff cuts to Tottenham flirting with relegation, does...

Liam Rosenior Sacked!

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Was it a case of damned if he did, damned if he didn’t for Liam Rosenior at Chelsea? Did the problems start with the ownership, and was he ultimatel...

Eden Hazard: The Moments That Made Them

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Eden Hazard vs Mo Salah: Who’s the better footballer? Was Hazard the greatest dribbler the Premier League has ever seen? And should he have achieved...

Man City Down Arsenal: The Race Is On 

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Manchester City edge Arsenal at the Etihad to move within three points, with a game in hand. Mikel Arteta tweaked his tactics to be more on the front ...

Does The Champions League Put The Premier League To Shame?

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We saw some thrilling football in the Champions League this week and it was mostly from Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, PSG and Barcelona so why do the En...

Cristiano Ronaldo: The Moments That Made Them 

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is Cristiano Ronaldo the greatest player to ever grace the Premier League? How did he transform his game from a flashy, unpredictable winger into one ...

More Boos At The Bernabéu - Real Madrid Fall Nine Points Behind Barca

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Real Madrid were booed off at the Bernabéu on Friday night, and not for the first time this season, after they failed to beat Girona in a 1-1 draw. G...

What Mentality Do You Need To Win The Premier League?

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

After Arsenal’s setback against Bournemouth, there are questions about their mentality, what mindset do they need to carry them over the line in the...

Languid Liverpool, Olise On Fire & A Pivotal Week for Arsenal

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

PSG dismantled Liverpool at the Parc des Princes and were unlucky not to score even more. Did Arne Slot get it wrong with a back five, or are PSG simp...

Harry Kane: The Moments That Made Them 

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Could Harry Kane return to the Premier League and break Alan’s all-time scoring record? Is he already England’s greatest-ever striker? And could h...

Real Madrid Stunned In Mallorca As Barcelona Pull Away

07 Apr 2026

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Barcelona move seven points clear at the top of La Liga after coming from behind to beat Atlético Madrid. Marcus Rashford returned to the starting li...

Arsenal Out, Haaland’s Brilliance & Liverpool’s Struggles

06 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal’s FA Cup exit, coming just two weeks after their Carabao Cup disappointment, leaves their season at a crossroads. With two trophies already ...

World Cup Quiz: Golden Boot Winners 

03 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Alan Shearer goes head-to-head with Micah Richards in our latest quiz challenge, putting their football knowledge to the test with a round on World Cu...

Frank Lampard: The Moments That Made Them 

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Was Frank Lampard the greatest goalscoring midfielder in Premier League history? Is he Chelsea’s greatest-ever player? And have we ever seen a spine...

World Cup Favourites, England’s Forward Problem & No Room For Bellingham?

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Could there really be a world where Jude Bellingham doesn’t start for England at the World Cup this summer? With Thomas Tuchel favouring Morgan Roge...

James Milner: Record Breaker 

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What was it really like playing under Jürgen Klopp during that era-defining rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester City? What kind of manager was h...

Kevin De Bruyne: The Moments That Made Them 

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Would Kevin De Bruyne make the greatest ever Premier League XI? Was he Pep Guardiola’s most influential player at Manchester City? And despite all t...

Trent Benched But Makes Decisive Impact In Madrid Derby

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Trent Alexander-Arnold was dropped for the Madrid derby after reportedly being late for training, but he came off the bench to assist Vinicius Jr's wi...

Manchester City Win The Carabao Cup

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Manchester City lay down a statement, dominating Arsenal to lift the Carabao Cup. With momentum now on their side, can the Citizens hunt down Arsenal ...

English Trio Concede 28 Goals In Champions League Humbling

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Newcastle went to the Nou Camp with realistic hopes of reaching the Champions League quarter-finals but in a game that was 2-2 until the stroke of hal...

Luis Suárez: The Moments That Made Them

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Was Luis Suárez’s 2013/14 season the greatest individual Premier League campaign of all time, or does Liverpool falling short of the title hold him...

Arda Guler's 75-yard wonder strike

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Real Madrid dismantled Elche 4-1 at the Bernabeu thanks in part to an astonishing Arda Guler strike from deep inside his own half, the win also saw an...

Max Dowman Makes History As Arsenal Surge Clear 

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman has made history, becoming the youngest goalscorer in Premier League history at just 16 years and 73 days. His goal helpe...

Valverde Dominates, Premier League Disappoints & Pep’s Odd Choices

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Why do Real Madrid always seem to come alive when the Champions League knockout stages arrive? A stunning Fede Valverde hat-trick leaves Manchester Ci...

Patrick Vieira: The Moments That Made Them 

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Vieira vs Roy Keane: Who was the better player, and what made their rivalry so iconic during the peak years of the Premier League? The guys al...

Valverde's Late Winner Keeps Madrid In The Title Race

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Just when it looked like Real Madrid's week was going from bad to worse, Fede Valverde stepped up. His 94th-minute rocket at Celta Vigo snatched a dra...

Port Vale Heroics, Magical Max & Arsenal’s Unfair Criticism 

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Bottom of League One side Port Vale stunned Sunderland to prove the magic of the FA Cup is still alive. It’s Port Vale’s first trip to the quarter...

Arsenal Pull Away, Wow Pedro & VAR Again!

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Premier League title race takes another dramatic twist as Arsenal move seven points clear at the top. After Manchester City drop points at home to...

Wayne Rooney: The Moments That Made Them 

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Was Wayne Rooney the greatest teenage talent the Premier League has ever seen? Did his honesty and selfless style limit his own numbers? And where doe...

Historic Lamine Yamal Hat-Trick & Champions League Showdowns Revealed

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lamine Yamal became the youngest player this century to score a La Liga hat-trick as Barcelona thumped Villarreal 4-1 to move top of the table. We ask...

Title Race Tension & The Premier League’s Falling Standards

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal once again turn to their set-piece strength to edge past Chelsea and stay ahead of Manchester City in the title race. But with their forwards ...

A First For Newcastle, “VA F***ing R” & A Bonkers Night In The Champions League

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sixteen games. Sixty-two goals. Two breathless weeks of UEFA Champions League playoff drama. Has Europe’s elite competition ever been this entert...

David Ginola: The Moments That Made Them 

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Few players embodied flair, freedom, and pure footballing romance quite like David Ginola. In this episode, we dive into his unforgettable Premier Lea...

Shock Defeat For Real Madrid Hands Top Spot To Barcelona

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Real Madrid missed the chance to go five points clear as they fell to a shock 2-1 defeat at Osasuna, their first league loss under Alvaro Arbeloa in s...

Gunners Fire Back, City Keep The Pressure On & Spurs on the Brink?

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

North London is red. Arsenal F.C. stormed the derby, overwhelming Tottenham Hotspur F.C. in a statement performance that reignites the title charge. T...

Title Race Blown Wide Open & A Dark Day In Lisbon 

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal made unwanted history this weekend, becoming the first side in Premier League history to surrender a two-goal lead against a team starting the...

Dennis Bergkamp: The Moments That Made Them

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

When Dennis Bergkamp arrived at Arsenal in 1995, he didn’t just improve the team, he transformed it. Calm, cerebral and impossibly gifted, Bergkamp ...

Trent is BACK as Real Madrid hunt down Barca

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Trent Alexander-Arnold starred for Real Madrid as he made his return from injury in the 4-1 win over Real Sociedad at the Bernabeu, a win that saw the...

Mansfield Miracle, Shocking Officiating & Gary and Alan vs Harry Kane

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It was a good day for Newcastle as they beat Villa in the 4th Round of the FA Cup, but the headlines were stolen by a staggering display from the offi...

Arsenal Drop Points & Dyche Sacked

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The title race takes another twist as Arsenal stumble against Brentford, tightening the gap at the top. Just four points now separate the Gunners and ...

Thomas Frank Sacked

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Spurs have sacked Thomas Frank. Tuesday night's defeat to Newcastle leaves them dangerously close to relegation and proved the final straw for the Spu...

Eric Cantona: The Moments That Made Them

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Was Manchester United’s signing of Eric Cantona the greatest transfer in Premier League history? What was it about him that earned special treatment...

Rashford Shines As Barca Continue To Lead The Way

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Barcelona continue to lead the way at the top of La Liga with a dominant performance in the 3-0 over Mallorca, which featured yet another screamer fro...

Thriller At Anfield: The Title Race Is Back On 

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What a game at Anfield as Manchester City come from behind to reignite the Premier League title race.  Arsenal still lead the Citizens by six points ...

Man City Without Haaland & The “Boring Arsenal” Debate

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

With Manchester thumping Newcastle at the Etihad and Omar Marmoush getting on the scoresheet again, does Pep have a selection headache on his hands? E...

Gianfranco Zola: The Moments That Made Them

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

 Where does Gianfranco Zola rank among Chelsea’s greatest-ever Premier League players? How much of his extraordinary technical ability was shaped b...

Stagnant Real Madrid Bailed Out By Mbappe Again

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Real Madrid kept up their pursuit of league leaders Barcelona but only just, needing a 100th minute penalty from Kylian Mbappe to spare their blushes ...

Ekitike Shines, Carrick Keeps Winning & Man City Drop Points Again

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

After standout performances from Hugo Ekitike and Florian Wirtz, are Liverpool’s new signings finally starting to click under Arne Slot? Michael Car...

English Clubs Dominate Europe

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Five of the six English clubs have finished in the top eight of the Champions League league phase, automatically qualifying for the knockout rounds. W...

Sergio Aguero: The Moments That Made Them

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Was Sergio Aguero’s dramatic winner against QPR the most iconic moment in Premier League history? Where does he rank on the all-time list of Premier...

TRENT AND JULIAN ALVAREZ BACK TO THE PREMIER LEAGUE?

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s neck and neck at the top of La Liga as Real Madrid kept up the pressure on leaders Barcelona with a 2-0 win away at third placed Villarreal whi...

Squeaky Arse-nal Time, Carrick In Dreamland & Villa in The Title Race

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Are Mikel Arteta’s tactics becoming too defensive? With no wins in their last three games and a worrying lack of goals from the forward line, are Ar...

Pep Needs To Sort It Out

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How on earth did Man City lose to Bodo/Glimt and what does Pep need to do to get his team going again? Arsenal are top of the Champions League and loo...

Steven Gerrard: The Moments That Made Them

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Was Steven Gerrard the greatest player never to win the Premier League? Did loyalty to Liverpool ultimately limit his legacy, or define it? And when i...

Vinicius, Bellingham and Valverde booed at the Bernabeu & Barca suffer defeat

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Real Madrid returned to winning ways at the weekend when they beat Levante 2-0 but the Bernabeu crowd singled out Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham and Fed...

Man Utd Dominate Man City, Frank’s Struggles Continue At Spurs & Glasner Feeling Abandoned At Palace

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Was that the best Man United performance we’ve seen in years? Can Thomas Frank get Spurs out of this rut, or is he on borrowed time? What next for C...

Mid-Season Report: All 20 Clubs 

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Will Arsenal finally go all the way and win the Premier League? Have West Ham, Burnley and Wolves got any chance of staying up? Which club has been th...

David Beckham: The Moments That Made Them

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Was David Beckham underrated during his playing career? What was it that allowed him to transcend football and become a global icon? And why did his r...

Xabi Alonso Sacked After Barcelona Win Super Cup 

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Real Madrid have made a shock managerial change, sacking Xabi Alonso and confirming Álvaro Arbeloa as his successor. Gary and Alex react to the decis...

United Crash Out, Semenyo’s Dream Debut & The Biggest Upset In FA Cup History?

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Trouble continues for Manchester United as they crash out of the FA Cup against Brighton. With speculation growing over the possible appointment of ye...

United’s Ongoing Mess, Brentford Buzzing & A Drab Affair At The Emirates 

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Were Manchester United right to sack Ruben Amorim? Gary, Alan and Micah debate whether United need to follow the model of Manchester City, Arsenal and...

Thierry Henry: The Moments That Made Them

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Why was Arsene Wenger so key to getting the best out of Thierry Henry? How did he encapsulate the essence of Va Va Voom in his play? Where does he ran...

Amorim Sacked, Garcia’s Perfect Hat-trick & Olmo’s Late Stunner

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

 Real Madrid academy graduate Gonzalo García steals the headlines with a perfect hat-trick as Madrid dismantle Real Betis. With García in red-hot...

Arsenal’s Title To Lose, Amorim Takes Aim & Wolves Finally Win A Game!

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal charge six points clear at the top of the table, do they already have one hand on the Premier League trophy? With Manchester City dropping poi...

Title Race Mind Games & Enzo Maresca Sacked

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal move four points clear at the top of the Premier League as Manchester City drop points away at Sunderland. Alan and Micah draw on their own pl...

Villa’s Incredible Run Continues, Man City Pile On The Points Not Kilos & Brentford Defying The Odds

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How did Unai Emery’s genius win Aston Villa the game at Chelsea? Has Rayan Cherki’s brilliance been the spark that has seen Man City win eight gam...

Merry Christmas!

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A short message from Gary to say a big thank you to all our listeners for their support so far this season and give an update on some of the exciting ...

Mbappe vs Ronaldo 

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kylian Mbappé marked his birthday in style, matching Cristiano Ronaldo’s best-ever goal tally for Real Madrid in a calendar year. With over 200 mor...

Arsenal Top At Christmas, Rogers On A Rampage & Referees Under Fire

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal remain top of the Premier League at Christmas, but with Manchester City starting to look back to their best, have they taken the mantle as fav...

Quiz: Champions League Top Goalscorers

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How many of the Top 10 all time Champions League goalscorers can Alan and Micah name without mistake? Who is the surprise inclusion on the list? Why w...

Player Ultimatums, Superstitions & Fantasy Football Standings

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do players react when one of their teammates issues an ultimatum to force a move away from the club? Is it easy to forgive, or does it permanently...

Bellingham’s Best Position, Raphinha Back With A Bang & Griezmann’s Brilliant Winner

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 Are Real Madrid still struggling to find the right balance, and is Jude Bellingham being played out of position? Despite an away win at Alavés, que...

Derby Delight For Sunderland, City Are Back & Maresca Vs The Owners

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sunderland make it seven wins from seven as they beat fierce local rivals Newcastle in the derby. Are Eddie Howe’s problems growing as he tries to f...

Man City Heap Pressure On Real Madrid, Madueke’s Screamer & Slot’s Big Win

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Xabi Alonso’s Jon under serious threat after City come from behind to beat Madrid? Noni Madueke’s stunner set Arsenal on their way to a sixth w...

ERLING HAALAND: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What was Alan’s message to Erling after he beat his record for getting to 100 Premier League goals? Why was the Norwegian superstar particularly fir...

Bedlam At The Bernabeu, Barça’s Best No. 9 & Are Villarreal Title Contenders?

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A loss at home and three red cards, will Xabi Alonso even make it to the end of the week? Reports in Spain suggest he could be out the door if Real Ma...