The Rest Is Football

Man City Hit Al Ain For Six, The Battle Of The Bellinghams & Santi Cazorla’s Fairytale

Does Pep Guardiola really want to cut down his squad before the new season, and if so, who goes? Are we going to see a friendly, family rivalry develop between the Bellingham brothers after Jude joked that he needed to respond after Jobe had scored for Dortmund? How special was it to see 40-year-old Santi Cazorla lead Real Oviedo to promotion to La Liga after returning to his boyhood club to play for minimum wage? Gary, Alan, Micah and Alex Aljoe also discuss England U21’s fantastic win against Spain in the quarter-finals as they bid to defend their European title. Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chelsea Implode Against Flamengo, Botafogo Stun PSG & Messi Magic For Miami

What on earth was Nicolas Jackson thinking with his reckless challenge just minutes after coming on? Why are the South American sides performing so well at this tournament? Can Lionel Messi get Inter Miami out of the group and deep into the knockout round? Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also discuss Liverpool’s early transfer activity after Florian Wirtz was announced, and debate whether there’s any chance Alexander Isak could be next. Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Foden Finds His Spark, Real Madrid Struggle Against Al-Hilal & Five-Star Juventus

Are we going to see a refreshed Phil Foden who is back to his best next season? What did the guys make of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Real Madrid debut? Why is Alan still not convinced with Juventus after their 5-0 victory? Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also discuss Sergio Ramos’ goalscoring exploits against Champions League finalists Inter Milan and how Mamelodi Sundowns are bringing the party after their opening win. Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chelsea Start With A Win, PSG Flex Their Muscles & Bayern Hit Double Figures

Why were there real signs of encouragement from Liam Delap in his debut performance for Chelsea? How has Luis Enrique completely changed the mentality of this PSG team? Was Bayern Munich’s thrashing of Auckland City a good or bad thing for the competition? Gary, Alan and Micah are joined by Alex Aljoe to also discuss the feisty draw between Boca Juniors and Benfica, which saw three red cards in the end, and how Lionel Messi performed on the opening night. Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Club World Cup Preview: Man City To Lift The Trophy, The Battle Of The Bellingham’s & Pressure On Real Madrid

Who is tipping Man City to go all the way in this tournament? Could we be treated to a midfield battle of Jude v Jobe now the younger Bellingham has completed his move to Borussia Dortmund? Why is it so important for Real Madrid to win this competition and for Xabi Alonso to hit the ground running? Gary, Alan and Micah are joined by Alex Aljoe to continue their preview of the Club World Cup, this time focusing on Groups E, F, G & H, as they also discuss how former Inter boss Simone Inzaghi could be in line for a very quick reunion with his former club. Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Club World Cup Preview: Delap To Shine For Chelsea, PSG To Continue Stellar Form & Can Messi Upset The Odds?

Why can Liam Delap continue to thrive in his new role at Chelsea? Are PSG the favourites for the whole competition? Will Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami team defy the odds and claim some big scalps at this tournament? Gary, Alan and Micah are joined by Alex Aljoe to look ahead to the upcoming Club World Cup, previewing Groups A, B, C & D as they pick out the key stories for us to be looking out for and predict who will make it through to the knockout stages. Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Micah's Star-Studded Trip, Acting Tips From Tom Cruise & Big Early Moves In The Transfer Window

Why did Micah get a surprise party from CBS in Munich? What was the one key bit of acting advice the great Tom Cruise offered Big Meeks? Why are Liverpool, Man City, Man Utd & Chelsea all making significant early signings in this transfer window?  Gary and Micah also hear why Alan’s flight in a Tiger Moth along the north west coast was one of the most terrifying things he’s ever done.  For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Kluivert: Embracing The Expectations, The Dutch Masters & Record Breaking Hat-Tricks

How does Justin manage the expectations and comparisons that come with having a famous father? Who are the best players that he has played with across his career? What’s it like taking a third penalty in the same game? Gary is joined by Bournemouth forward Justin Kluivert for the second part of their conversation, as he explains how he’s blossomed on the south coast. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PSG, Kings Of Europe

Is Paris Saint-Germain's 5-0 victory over Inter the greatest ever UCL final performance? Was Mbappé's departure the key to Luis Enrique's team winning the European Cup? Are we looking at a new footballing dynasty in the form of PSG's young superstars? Gary and Alan answer all this and more - as well as discussing their new picks for the Ballon D'Or - in today's episode of The Rest Is Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PSG vs. Inter: Gary, Alan & Micah CAN'T Agree

Who will prevail in this highly anticipated final between two football greats? Which players will step up under the Champions League lights? What can each team do to better there chances of beating their opponents. In today’s episode Gary, Alan & Micah preview the Champions League final between PSG & Inter Milan. As they break down how each team operates, the guys finally predict who they think will come out on top… Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Kluivert Bloodline, A Guinness World Record & Iraola's Magic (Part 1)

What was life as a kid like with a footballer for a Dad? What Guinness World Record has Justin achieved recently? What is Kluivert’s preferred position along the front line after playing in so many different roles? Gary & Justin Kluivert also discuss which of the Top 5 Leagues is Justin’s favourite to play in and is the most challenging. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gary’s Last Ever MOTD, Alan’s Nervy Final Day & Aston Villa’s Refereeing Complaints

How is Gary feeling after finishing his final Match of the Day show? How did Alan cope with Newcastle almost throwing away their spot in the Champions League next season? Should there have been a different referee in place for Aston Villa’s high-profile match against Man Utd? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss Sunderland securing promotion to the Premier League and how they’re likely to get on next season. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spurs Win Europa League Final Desperately Lacking In Quality

Did Ange Postecoglu show his flexibility and get his tactics spot on in that final? How will Spurs get on in the Champions League next season? Should Manchester United stick with Ruben Amorim going forward? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss how Spurs can kick on now after winning their first trophy for 17 years. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball  For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duncan Ferguson: The Magic Of Everton, The Two World-Class Players He Played With & Giving The Burglars A Hiding

What makes Everton such a great football club and scousers such great people? Who were the only two truly world-class players that Duncan played with during his career? How did he end up giving a burglar a ‘right hiding’, not once but twice? The second part of our interview with Duncan Ferguson, as he also tells Gary about how he found his love for coaching after he’d hung up his own boots. Duncan’s new autobiography - Big Dunc - is out now. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brilliant Crystal Palace Win Their First Major Trophy

How did Crystal Palace and Oliver Glasner get it so right against Man City? How good has it been to see two ‘underdogs’ like Newcastle and Crystal Palace win the cups this season? What’s next for Man City after their first trophyless season since 2016/17? Gary, Alan and Micah also debate which teams will qualify for Champions League football next season, with just one point separating five teams with one week left. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball Visit squarespace.com/football to save 10% off your first purchase of a website/domain. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duncan Ferguson: The Headbutt That Changed His Life, Being Terrified In Prison & Regretting Just Seven Scottish Caps

How did a headbutt at Ibrox that didn’t even merit a yellow card lead to Duncan being sent to prison? Why was getting a haircut in prison one of the most terrifying experiences of his whole time being locked up? Why did he refuse numbers attempts by different Scotland managers to play for the national team again? Gary is joined by former Everton and Newcastle striker Duncan Ferguson to discuss his turbulent younger years and how he regrets not reaching his full potential as a football player. Part 2 of this interview will be released next week. Duncan’s new autobiography - Big Dunc - is out now. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How Do Liverpool Replace Trent Alexander-Arnold?

Is Conor Bradley ready to be Liverpool’s first choice right back next season? Do they need to sign someone in that position this summer to provide some cover and competition? Gary, Alan and Micah also debate whether the Europa League winners should automatically qualify for next year’s Champions League. Should the rules change now that no teams drop down from the Champions League into the Europa League during the season? Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball Watch episode 5 of Specsavers' Best Worst Team now!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4u-iWtrcmJI For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Newcastle Lead Champions League Race, Marinakis Confronts Nuno & Trent’s Hostile Anfield Reception

Will Newcastle finish second this season? Was Nottingham Forest’s owner Evangelos Marinakis right to confront Nuno Espírito Santo on the pitch after they dropped points? Do the lads agree with the portion of Liverpool fans that were booing Trent Alexander-Arnold at Anfield? Gary, Alan and Micah also debate who should win the Premier League Manager of the Season award. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal Beaten By Impressive PSG

Was it Arsenal’s lack of firepower that ultimately cost them? Why didn’t we see more of Ethan Nwaneri across the two legs? How has Luis Enrique masterminded this huge turnaround in PSG’s performances during the season? Gary and Alan also debate who are the favourites to win the final between PSG and Inter Milan on 31st May. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Greatest Champions League Semi-Final Ever?

Were Barcelona naive in not being able to see the game out in normal time? Was that one of the great goalkeeping displays from Yann Sommer? Did Inter Milan surprise everyone yet again by showing their attacking prowess across the two legs? Gary and Micah also look ahead to tonight’s other semi-final and how Arsenal can stage a comeback in Paris. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball  For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Outstanding Palmer Gives Chelsea Their Spark, Race For The Champions League & Kane Wins His First Major Trophy

After Cole Palmer’s very honest post-match interview, what’s the best way for players to deal with social media and outside noise? Which two teams will miss out on Champions League qualification? Will Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga title be the first of many trophies for Harry Kane? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the dramatic final day in the Championship and who they think are favourites for promotion through the play-offs. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Barcelona & Inter Milan Serve Up A Champions League Classic

Can Barcelona really win the Champions League playing with THAT defensive high line? Is there a danger of Lamine Yamal burning out if he keeps playing at the rate he currently is? Despite Barcelona’s star-studded attack, are Inter Milan now the favourites to make the final? Gary, Alan and Micah also give their predictions on who will be in the Champions League final on 31st May. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code RESTISFOOTBALL at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/restisfootball For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PSG Show Their Class Against Disappointing Arsenal

How did Arsenal get their pressing style wrong against PSG? What do the Gunners need to do differently in the second leg? How exactly have PSG got the best out of Ousmane Dembélé this season? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the brilliance of Jamie Vardy after it was announced he will be leaving Leicester at the end of the season. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liverpool Win A Well Deserved 20th League Title, Man City Still In The Trophy Hunt & Palace On The Verge Of History

Will we see a period of dominance for Liverpool over the next few seasons? Would it be a successful season for Man City if they win the FA Cup and qualify for the Champions League? Or will we see Crystal Palace win their first ever major trophy? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss an incredible El Clásico final, as Barcelona won the Copa Del Rey in extra time and Real Madrid tempers boiled over. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com   For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ola Aina: Good Vibes At Forest, Coming Through Under Mourinho & Holding His Own Against Cristiano Ronaldo

How have the players turned good vibes in the dressing room into good performances on the pitch at Nottingham Forest? What made Jose Mourinho so intimidating, even though he was the one to bring Ola into the Chelsea first team? What chat did Ola give Cristiano Ronaldo to try and distract him when they faced each other in the Turin derby? Gary is joined by Nottingham Forest star Ola Aina, who also explains how the time he spent in Italy made him the player he is now. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Forest Back To Third, Leeds & Burnley Promoted & Arsenal’s Champions League Hopes

Will Nottingham Forest qualify for the Champions League after moving back to 3rd in The PL following their victory at White Hart Lane? Leeds and Burnley are back in the Premier League after securing Automatic Promotion on Monday & Can Arsenal actually go on to win the Champions League? Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com   For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Leicester Relegated, Liverpool Within Touching Distance & Watkins ‘Fuming’ And Firing

Should Leicester stick with Ruud van Nistelrooy for next season? How special was that moment for Trent Alexander-Arnold to score Liverpool’s decisive goal after all the recent speculation? What were the guys reactions to Ollie Watkins saying he was ‘fuming’ to have been left out of Villa’s recent Champions League games? Gary, Alan & Micah also discuss the incredible turnaround Vitor Pereira has led at Wolves after they secured their fifth successive victory. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal’s Statement Win Over Real Madrid, Rashford’s Aston Villa Future & Newcastle Thump Crystal Palace

Does Arsenal’s win at the Bernabéu give them the belief they can go all the way in the Champions League? After impressing again against PSG, will Marcus Rashford be an Aston Villa player next season? Gary, Alan & Micah also discuss Rory McIlroy completing the Grand Slam after winning The Masters and how it’s finally converted Micah into a golf fan. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Héctor Bellerín: The Mighty Gunners, Unhealthy Habits & The Power Of Speaking Up

Why did playing for Arsenal mean so much to Héctor? Why is football an unhealthy habit to play professionally? Should athletes use their platform to speak up on social issues more regularly? Gary and Alastair Campbell are joined by former Arsenal and Barcelona star Héctor Bellerín to discuss the challenges he faced moving to London at such a young age and his desire to go to university after his playing career comes to an end. Héctor also explains about his involvement with the Green Football Great Save campaign, which aims to protect the future of football and help drive more ambitious action to tackle climate change. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Newcastle Demolish Man United, Salah Signs & Leicester Finally Score

Harvey Barnes' brace for the Magpies gives Manchester United there 14th Premier League defeat of the season, should they stick with Ruben Amorim? Mo Salah celebrates his new contract by breaking the record for most Goal involvements in a Premier League season, and after 8 games without a goal Leicester have finally found the back of the net. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com  For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices