Stick to Football

Spurs Sack Thomas Frank & Ange Postecoglou Doesn’t Hold Back!

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. It’s a huge episode packed with a surprise appearance and breaking news. We kick off with Tuesday night’s Premier League action as Manchester United and Chelsea both drop points against West Ham and Leeds. Then it’s on to Spurs, where the pressure had already been mounting. And then, during filming, the big news drops. Thomas Frank has been sacked by Tottenham. The team react live in the studio, and former Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou joins us to give his verdict. What has gone wrong at the club and where do they turn next? Super 6 returns, and the panel revisit last summer’s biggest signings. Who did they back? Who did they doubt? And were they proved right? Roy, of course, has plenty to say. And do not miss it. Ange Postecoglou’s full guest episode drops on 18th February, so join us next week for that. 00:00 Intro 12:01 Thomas Frank 30:46 The Right Fit for Tottenham’s New Manager 41:26 Ange Postecoglou on Tottenham 59:13 Microsoft Copilot Community Questions 01:03:24 Super 6 01:10:24 Analysing Summer transfers: Hit or Miss! 01:15:30 Benjamin Šeško’s goal vs West Ham This episode is sponsored by Microsoft Copilot as part of their partnership with the Premier League. This episode is sponsored by Huel. Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. 🏆 Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get your first Huel with a special discount AND a free gift. That goes for all of their range, including Huel Lite! 👉 Claim Your Offer Now – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap This episode is sponsored by Sky Bet’s Super 6. Visit super6.skysports.com for your chance to win. Terms and conditions apply: https://super6.skysports.com/terms Stick to Football is brought to you by our partners ARNE clothing https://arneclo.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Arsenal Player, Chelsea Fan & Living With Gazza | Stick to Football EP 115

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright are joined by Paul Merson for an open and wide-ranging conversation. We start with Paul’s time on Soccer Saturday, looking at what he loves most about the role and whether there are moments of analysis he wishes he could take back. The conversation then turns to club loyalties, with Paul opening up about being a Chelsea fan despite his strong ties to Arsenal, and who he would want to win if the two sides ever met. Paul also reflects on his playing career, sharing stories from his time at Arsenal, the top players he played alongside, and giving his thoughts on the current Arsenal side and whether they can go all the way this season. We then move away from the pitch as Paul speaks honestly about life after football and some of the challenges he has faced along the way. To finish, we look ahead to England’s chances at the World Cup and Paul answers your community questions. Let us know your thoughts in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap. 00:00 - Intro 06:35 - Soccer Saturday 17:30 - Being a Chelsea fan 19:35 - Playing Career 27:40 - Problem With Modern Football 30:00 - Arsenal’s Shape 36:28 - Paul’s Mental Health and Addiction 45:15 - Management Reflections 47:50 - Playing At Lower Levels 50:22 - Best Players Paul Played With 55:43 - Paul Opens Up 1:02:10 - England 1:10:05 - Community Questions This episode is sponsored by Huel. Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. 🏆 Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get your first Huel with a special discount AND a free gift. That goes for all of their range, including Huel Lite! 👉 Claim Your Offer Now – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap Stick to Football is brought to you by our partners ARNE clothing https://arneclo.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Mainoo’s Comeback, United on Fire & Is Saka World Class? | Stick to Football EP 114

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright react to Manchester United’s victory over Arsenal, a result that opens the title race with Manchester City and Aston Villa now within touching distance. What went wrong for Mikel Arteta, and has the use of Eberechi Eze contributed to Arsenal’s recent creativity issues? The focus then switches to United, who are riding high under interim manager Michael Carrick. What has he changed to turn things around, how important has Kobbie Mainoo’s return been, and could Carrick put himself in the frame for the job on a permanent basis if results continue? Super 6 returns as the team make their predictions ahead of a packed weekend of Premier League action. We finish with your community questions, including who you think is the best January signing of all time? Let us know your thoughts in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap. 00:00 Intro 10:38 United’s Victory at Arsenal 27:52 Is there to much pressure on Arsenal? 33:09 Manchester United's Turnaround 37:36 Debating Michael Carrick's Future 58:27 Michael's Appointment at Man United 01:00:39 Super 6 01:01:53 Arsenal's League Aspirations 01:07:32 Tottenham's Managerial Pressure 01:11:05 Liverpool's Managerial Debate 01:18:13 Best Players Without International Caps 01:20:31 Greatest January Transfers * This episode is sponsored by Huel. * * Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. * Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. * * 🏆 Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get your first Huel with a special discount AND a free gift. That goes for all of their range, including Huel Lite! * * 👉 Claim Your Offer Now [https://uk.huel.com/collections/the-overlap?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=the+overlap&utm_content=black-edition] – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap [https://huel.com/theoverlap]  * This episode is sponsored by Sky Bet’s Super 6. Visit super6.skysports.com [https://super6.skysports.com/] for your chance to win. Terms and conditions apply: https://super6.skysports.com/terms [https://super6.skysports.com/terms] Stick to Football is brought to you by our partners ARNE clothing https://arneclo.co [https://arneclo.com]m  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Ant & Dec: Roy to the Jungle, Newcastle Love & TV Secrets | Stick to Football EP 113

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright are joined by Ant & Dec for a brilliant conversation covering their journey from football mad kids to two of the biggest names on television. They look back on their early days as PJ & Duncan, how they broke into TV, and the challenges that came with presenting live shows at the highest level. Ant & Dec also reflect on some of their biggest moments, including I’m A Celebrity, sharing stories from behind the scenes and revealing how close they came to convincing Roy to head into the jungle. The conversation then turns to Newcastle United, their lifelong love for the club, favourite memories, and how they feel about the team’s prospects this season. To finish, the pair put their brotherly bond to the test with a couple of games, seeing who really knows each other best. What’s your favourite Ant & Dec TV show? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap. This episode is sponsored by Sky Bet’s Super 6. Visit super6.skysports.com for your chance to win £200k and a brand new car. Terms and conditions apply: https://super6.skysports.com/terms 00:00 Intro 11:21 Ant and Dec's Early Career 18:38 I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! 30:47 Britain's Got Talent and Simon Cowell 36:46 Staying Relevant in the Entertainment Industry 40:06 Challenges of Live TV and Early Career Struggles 49:58 Memorable TV Shows and Pilots 01:00:20 Mr. and Mr. Quiz: How Well Do They Know Each Other? ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

John Barnes: Liverpool Legend, Battles with United & Tackling Racism | Stick to Football EP 112

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright are joined by John Barnes to reflect on a remarkable career and life in the game. Barnes looks back on his early years and pathway into football, from his breakthrough at Watford to earning a move to Liverpool. He revisits some of his most iconic moments, including that unforgettable goal against Brazil, and speaks openly about dealing with racism during his playing days. The conversation also turns to the famous Liverpool vs Manchester United rivalry, with Barnes sharing why he feels United often had the edge during that era. We finish with a look back at his iconic England rap, as John reveals how it came together and shares unseen footage from the recording. What is your favourite John Barnes moment? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap. 00:00 - Intro 04:50 - Transition to Professional Football 28:30 - Racism in Football 29:02 - Joining Liverpool 40:20 - Football Culture 01:00:54 - The Legacy of Sir Kenny Dalglish 01:03:37 - Love for Liverpool 01:07:14 - Iconic Rap Story This episode is sponsored by Huel. Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. 🏆 Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get your first Huel with a special discount AND a free gift. That goes for all of their range, including Huel Lite! 👉 Claim Your Offer Now – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap This episode is sponsored by Sky Bet’s Super 6. Visit super6.skysports.com for your chance to win £200k and a brand new car. Terms and conditions apply: https://super6.skysports.com/terms Stick to Football is brought to you by our partners ARNE clothing https://arneclo.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.