Stick to Football

Ever wondered what goes into making Stick to Football? From setting up the studio, to grabbing behind-the-scenes laughs with the crew, here’s a closer look at how it all comes together! This episode is brought to you by Huel. Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://huel.com/theoverlap Please vote for us at the British Podcast Awards for the Listeners' Choice Award! Thank you! https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Welcome back to Stick to Football brought to you by Sky Bet. This week, music royalty joins the panel as The Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr sits down with Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright. From his early days with The Smiths to the chaos of managing the band at just 23, Johnny reflects on the highs, lows and lasting impact of one of Britain’s most iconic groups, and how close they really are to a reunion. We also hear about Johnny’s deep love for Manchester, growing up in the city, and how football culture shaped his life. He opens up about his support for Manchester City, his friendship with Roy Keane, and the surprising crossover between the football and music worlds. Plus, we get into Bond soundtracks, favourite guitarists, and what it takes to stay grounded after decades in the spotlight. This show is sponsored by LinkedIn. Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/STF Terms and conditions apply. This episode is brought to you by Huel. Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://huel.com/theoverlap Please vote for us at the British Podcast Awards for the Listeners' Choice Award! Thank you! https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting And don't forget to subscribe to our new show Stick to Cricket, wherever you get your podcasts. 00:00 - Intro 03:13 - Writing music 07:27 - Similarities between football and music 16:06 - The Smiths 23:06 - Working on James Bond with Hans Zimmer 27:21 - Will The Smiths ever return? 32:11 - Growing up with music and football 40:37 - Family life 43:41 - Overcoming the ‘rockstar lifestyle’ 51:20 - Johnny’s Favourite guitarists 53:25 - Friendship with Roy 54:13 - Manchester City 59:46 - What’s next? ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

On this episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Jamie Carragher, Jill Scott, Ian Wright and Paul Scholes get stuck into a load of cracking questions from the fans. The gang debate the best player-managers ever, pick their favourite sports outside of football and share some brilliant stories from their playing days. There's chat about whether midfielders are actually smarter than defenders, what the toughest part of football really is and which TV shows don't get enough love (brace yourself for Gary's choice!). This episode is brought to you by Huel. Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://www.huel.com/theoverlap 00:00 Intro 00:32 Greatest Combined Player-Manager Debate 07:20 Ranking Popular Sports 13:03 Must-Watch Films and Albums 18:41 Underrated TV Shows 19:42 Nostalgic TV Shows and Memories 20:16 Favorite TV Shows and Characters 22:23 Top Five Goals Discussion 26:33 Worst Refereeing Decisions 28:32 Intelligence in Football Positions 32:44 Training Ground Bust-Ups 37:43 Lighthearted Questions and Reflections ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet! In today’s episode, Nottingham Forest legend Mark Crossley joins the panel to share some incredible stories about his time under the management of Brian Clough. Mark dives into what it was like to work with a legendary manager, recounts his experiences playing alongside Roy Keane and Ian Wright during their spells at Nottingham Forest, and reflects on plenty of unforgettable moments in his career. This episode is packed with football nostalgia and hilarious tales you won’t want to miss. This episode is brought to you by Huel. Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://huel.com/theoverlap 01:48 Nottingham Forest 05:01 Playing Under Brian Clough 16:35 Clough Stories 19:43 Tough Love and Mind Games 23:13 Memorable Stories ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In this episode of Stick to Football brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary, Roy, Jill, Ian, and Jamie sit down with football legend Thierry Henry. Henry shares candid insights on his illustrious career, from his early days to his legendary time at Arsenal and Barcelona. He reflects on the challenges and triumphs, including his thoughts on playing different positions and his experiences with managers like Arsène Wenger and Pep Guardiola. Henry also delves into his coaching journey, touching on his roles with Belgium and the strategic insights he has gathered over the years. He also opens up about his personal growth and what the future holds for him - plus his views on the current state of Arsenal. Don't forget to subscribe so you won't miss an episode. Please note: This episode was recorded on 20th May 2025. Events and developments after this date may not be reflected in the discussion. This episode is sponsored by Huel. Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://huel.com/theoverlap This show is sponsored by Trainline.  With Trainline, you won't score cheaper same-day tickets anywhere else, or we'll refund the difference! Book now at https://www.thetrainline.com [https://www.thetrainline.com/] 00:00 Intro 02:18 Tattoo Stories and Meanings 04:47 Football Memories and Rivalries 10:14 Coaching and Player Development 24:17 Premier League Physicality and Training 26:40 Dennis Bergkamp 28:32 Arsenal vs. Previous Clubs: Evolution and Growth 29:49 Challenges at Juventus: From Wingback to Leaving the Club 32:28 Proving People Wrong: The Drive to Succeed 48:02 Barcelona: Adapting to a New Club and Style 56:40 Analysing Barcelona's Pressing Strategy 01:02:24 Pep Guardiola's Tactical Innovations 01:06:03 The Legacy of Ashley Cole 01:08:47 Coaching Philosophies and Influences 01:22:01 Challenges and Aspirations in Coaching ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.