Best Kylian Mbappe Podcasts (2025)

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Kylian Mbappe Special 28:57

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12d ago28:57

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What does Kylian Mbappé need to do to reach the heights of Cristiano Ronaldo at Real Madrid? Is the Ballon D’or inevitable? What is it that makes him the most down to earth player at Los Blancos? Gary and Alex also discuss his upbringing in Paris and his outrageous record in The World Cup Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club …

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Ivan Rakitić: Playing With MSN & Scoring In The Champions League Final 31:28

22h ago31:28

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Alex Aljoe sits down with Ivan Rakitić to reflect on his incredible career — from playing alongside MSN during Barcelona’s golden era to sharing the pitch with Luka Modrić for over 15 years with Croatia. Rakitić also gives his thoughts on the next generation of Barcelona talent and what makes this current team so exciting to watch The Rest Is Footb…

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Madrid’s Magic, Bellingham’s Brilliance & Say Less, Lamine 34:15

2d ago34:15

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Jude Bellingham steals the show as Real Madrid beat Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabéu to move five points clear at the top of La Liga. But did Lamine Yamal’s pre-match comments come back to haunt him after a quiet performance on the big stage? Gary and Alex also break down Vinícius Jr.’s antics as he walked down the tunnel following his substituti…

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Arsenal’s Title To Lose, Liverpool Lose Four-In-A-Row & Man Utd’s Revival Continues 45:28

3d ago45:28

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Is the Premier League title now Arsenal’s to lose after the results this weekend? Where has it all gone wrong for Liverpool and how do they fix it? What’s behind Man Utd’s upturn in results and performances and will it continue? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss a huge weekend at the bottom of the table as Leeds and Burnley pick up crucial wins, wi…

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Liverpool’s Crucial Win, Chelsea’s Youngsters Shine & Arsenal Thump Atlético Madrid 31:32

6d ago31:32

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Does Alexander Isak’s injury solve a short-term headache for Liverpool? Are Chelsea finally building a squad capable of competing for the biggest trophies? Did Arsenal show they’re one of the favourites for the Champions League after a big win against Atlético Madrid? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss Newcastle’s impressive victory over Benfica whi…

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Can You Name The Spanish Players With The Most Premier League Appearances? 22:58

6d ago22:58

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Alan Shearer becomes Quiz Master as Gary and Micah face each other in this week’s quiz: Spanish Players with the most appearances in the Premier League. The lads also try and wrap their heads around Micah losing out on the Premier League’s Young Player Of The Year award to Cesc Fabregas, Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo Join The Players Lounge: T…

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Mbappe’s Scintillating Form Continues, Barca’s Unlikely Match Winner & Antony’s Brace Saves Betis 36:10

9d ago36:10

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Is Kylian Mbappe the best striker in world football right now? Why is that sometimes you just need to stick a centre back up front to make the difference? Will we see a completely different Antony in La Liga to the one that struggled so much at Man Utd? Gary and Alex also look ahead to El Clásico this weekend, with Alex heading out to Madrid to cov…

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Which "Lucas" Is To Blame? [Bonus Episode] 0:48

7d ago0:48

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit psgtalk.substack.com and subscribe. Joining me on the latest Ensemble PSG Podcast is Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise. After guessing how far Bradley Barcola could kick an American football, we talk about PSG’s draw against RC Strasbourg, where Lucas Beraldo and Lucas Chevalier both struggl…

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Man Utd’s Statement Win At Liverpool, Forest In A Mess After Sacking Postecoglou & Mateta’s Anguish Despite A Hat-Trick 57:05

10d ago57:05

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Can Man Utd maintain that level after their best performance under Ruben Amorim? Where do Nottingham Forest go next after creating such a volatile situation around Ange Postecoglou? Why were the guys so impressed with Jean-Philippe Mateta, despite him missing a late chance to win the game in a thriller against Bournemouth? Gary, Alan and Micah also…

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Mo Salah: From Outcast To Egyptian King 32:00

11d ago32:00

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Why did Mo Salah tell Micah at a young age that he always wanted to play for Liverpool? What did Micah say to Mo when they were playing together at Fiorentina that apparently “turned his career around”? Why did it not work out for him at Chelsea under Jose Mourinho? Gary and Micah take a detailed look at Mo Salah’s career and how he turned himself …

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England Sail Through To 2026 World Cup 22:40

13d ago22:40

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Which players have impressed the most over the last couple of games? How excited can we really get by England’s 100% record in qualifying? Does the European qualifying format for the World Cup need to be refreshed? Gary, Alan and Micah discuss England’s two convincing wins in the last week and look ahead to what we can expect from them at the World…

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Should PSG Move to Sign Mora? [Bonus Episode] 0:49

14d ago0:49

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit psgtalk.substack.com and subscribe. Joining me on the latest Ensemble PSG Podcast is French football expert, Jonathan Johnson. I get his thoughts on the Lille match, Gonçalo Ramos, whether PSG should be considered a top contender for the UEFA Champions League, and if Club Tijuana’s risin…

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QUIZ: Top Goalscorers From Outside The Box In The Premier League 26:34

18d ago26:34

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Who are the top ten Goalscorers from outside the box in the Premier League? Can Alan finally get his first win of the season? The guys also discuss whether Micah would be a good contestant on Strictly Come Dancing Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It’s time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for the c…

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Legends OF Football Awards, Liverpool’s Problems & Are Pundits Too Critical Of Man United? 32:45

22d ago32:45

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Do Liverpool need to change their system to stop this losing streak? Are Manchester United getting unfair stick from pundits, or is the criticism justified? Gary and Alan also talk Micah through their night out for the Legend of Football awards where Gary picked up the Trophy. Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Rest …

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Rashford’s First La Liga Goal Not Enough For Disappointing Barcelona, Vini Jr Finding His Form At Real & Atlético Madrid Causing Their Own Problems 32:09

21d ago32:09

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Man City Edge Past Brentford, Liverpool Lose Three-In-A-Row & Big Ange Under Pressure? 38:52

24d ago38:52

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Was Man City’s drop off in the second half against Brentford a cause for concern? Why have Liverpool currently got a number of problems to solve, and how do they do that? How does Ange Postecoglou turn things around at Nottingham Forest after his nightmare start continues? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss why the impressive Nick Woltemade still ha…

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Newcastle’s Best Performance This Season, Man City Let It Slip & Harry Kane On Fire 35:20

27d ago35:20

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Why are Newcastle getting better and better as the season gets going? Was Erling Haaland right to be “** off” after Man City conceded a late equaliser against Monaco? Who out of Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland is the best striker in World Football? Gary and Alan also discuss Arsenal making it two wins from two in the Champions League a…

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Barcelona No Match For Luis Enrique's System [Bonus Episode] 1:05

25d ago1:05

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit psgtalk.substack.com and subscribe. Joining me on the latest Ensemble PSG Podcast is long-time contributor, Marc Damon, to break down the 2-1 win over Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League.

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Quiz: Which Players Have Played The Most Under Jose Mourinho? 32:37

27d ago32:37

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Who are the top 10 players to have made the most appearances for Jose Mourinho throughout his career? Which players have played for the Special One at three different clubs? Can Micah prove Alan’s cheating allegations wrong? Gary, Alan and Micah also reveal the first winner of our monthly Players Lounge prizes for finishing top of The Rest Is Footb…

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Atlético Stun Real In Madrid Derby, Barca Go Top Of La Liga & Elche In Dreamland 30:57

1M ago30:57

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Can Atlético Madrid’s brilliant victory of Real Madrid be the kickstart they need for their season? What is Barcelona’s best line up when everyone is fit? How have newly-promoted Elche upset the odds to find themselves in the top four? Gary and Alex also discuss the problems at Athletic Club, as their poor run of form continues. Join The Players Lo…

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Brilliant Crystal Palace Hand Liverpool First Defeat, Arsenal’s Massive Win At The Death & Amorim Next To Go? 45:17

1M ago45:17

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Could this season be the best ever in Crystal Palace’s history? How crucial will Arsenal’s last minute winner be for their belief, after it had been brought into question recently? How much longer can this run of form last for Man United before Ruben Amorim gets the boot? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the sacking of Graham Potter at West Ham an…

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Forest’s Impressive Start In Europe, ‘Stupid’ Ekitike & Dembélé The Golden Boy 26:48

1M ago26:48

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Can Forest be a real threat in the Europa League after a strong start against Real Betis? Was Arne Slot right to call Hugo Ekitike stupid after getting sent off against Southampton? Should we just be celebrating Ousmane Dembélé for winning the Ballon d’Or, rather than moaning about who didn’t? Gary and Micah also discuss an impressive week for the …

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Ousmane, Ballon d'Or [Bonus Episode] 1:18

1M ago1:18

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit psgtalk.substack.com and subscribe. Joining me on the latest Ensemble PSG Podcast is Greyson Lee to talk about Ousmane Dembélé winning the Ballon d’Or and PSG’s loss to rivals Olympique de Marseille at the Orange Vélodrome.

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Barcelona Getting Better And Better, Alonso Putting His Stamp On Real Madrid & Atletico Out Of The Title Race Already? 27:48

1M ago27:48

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How has Hansi Flick got Barcelona’s array of attacking talent all sparkling? How is Xabi Alonso managing all the Galacticos at Real Madrid and making sure he’s the boss? Are Atletico Madrid out of the title race after just five games having dropped points again? Gary and Alex also discuss Valencia’s impressive win, as they condemned Athletic Club t…

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Arsenal Rescue A Point Against Man City, Chelsea’s Bizarre Performance At Man Utd & Alan Stranded In The US 39:54

1M ago39:54

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Did we see the next evolution in Pep Guardiola’s style in their draw at the Emirates? Why were the guys so surprised by a number of aspects in Chelsea’s defeat against Man United? What on earth has happened to Alan and why is he still stuck in America?! Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss Liverpool’s nervy win against Everton in the Merseyside Derby …

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Liverpool Leave It Late Again, Chelsea Humbled By Bayern & Holders PSG Looking Ominously Good 23:24

1M ago23:24

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Is Liverpool’s recurring need for a late show actually a slight cause for concern? Are Chelsea lacking the Champions League experience needed to go far in the competition? Are PSG the favourites to retain their European title this season? Gary and Alan also discuss two great results for Spurs and Arsenal to get their Champions League campaigns unde…

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PSG's Dominant Champions League Opener [Bonus Episode] 1:26

1M ago1:26

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit psgtalk.substack.com and subscribe. Joining me on the latest Ensemble PSG Podcast is long-time contributor, Marc Damon. We talk about PSG’s convincing win over Atalanta BC, who should take penalties for the club, recent remarks from Luis Campos, and the Ballon d’Or.…

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Quiz: Most Expensive Premier League Transfers 30:31

1M ago30:31

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Who are the Top 10 most expensive transfers in Premier League history? Which club feature most regularly in splashing the big cash? Can Alan redeem himself in this week's quiz after getting very frustrated last time out? Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restisfootball It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee ✅ Join Th…

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Barca Hit Valencia For Six, Madrid Stay Perfect & Getafe Flying High 42:16

1M ago42:16

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How pleased will Marcus Rashford be to have registered his first La Liga goal involvement? How has Kylian Mbappe developed his game to be a brilliant No 9? Can Getafe sustain their brilliant start to the new season? Gary and Alex also discuss how the Spanish teams will fair in this year’s Champions League and who is in the best shape to go the furt…

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Man City Beat Disastrous Man Utd, Liverpool Break Burnley Hearts & Bournemouth Defy The Odds 52:59

2M ago52:59

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Why is Ruben Amorim’s stubbornness not helping the Man United players? Were Liverpool lucky in their win against Burnley? How has Andoni Iraola kept Bournemouth firing after losing so many key players in the summer? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss how impressive Arsenal’s squad depth has become and why it means this year could finally be differen…

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Roy Hodgson On THAT Iceland Loss, Getting The Liverpool Call & The Greats Of England 44:17

2M ago44:17

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Why will Roy never be able to get over that Iceland defeat? Who are the best players that he’s ever worked with? What does Roy make of the current situation at Crystal Palace? Roy Hodgson joins Gary for Part 2 of this interview to discuss his time as England manager and how that gut wrenching loss against Iceland affected him as a manager. Join The…

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The Rise Of Lamine Yamal 34:19

2M ago34:19

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Is Lamine Yamal already a truly generational talent? What’s the limit for him in the future? Is there a danger of him being overplayed? Alex Aljoe also tells Gary about how she ended up as Trent Alexander-Arnold’s padel partner during this international break and how he’s enjoying life out in Madrid. Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy fo…

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England’s Best Performance Under Tuchel & Postecoglou Replaces Nuno At Forest 32:20

2M ago32:20

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Which players sparkled for England in Belgrade? Why are the guys so impressed with Thomas Tuchel? Is Ange Postecoglou the right call for Nottingham Forest after sacking Nuno Espirito Santo? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss whether the value of international goals is diminishing, as Erling Haaland nets five for Norway in an 11-1 thrashing of Moldov…

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The Injury Blame Game [Bonus Episode] 1:02

2M ago1:02

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit psgtalk.substack.com and subscribe. Joining me on the latest Ensemble PSG Podcast is French football expert Jonathan Johnson. We discuss the injuries to Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué and potential changes to PSG players leaving to play for their national teams. We also discuss the rece…

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Roy Hodgson On Inter Milan, Brian Clough’s “Criticism” & Club Vs Country 43:50

2M ago43:50

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Roy Hodgson joins Gary to discuss his incredible rise through the management ranks in Sweden and how Brian Clough voiced his opinion on a very mundane fixture. From the differences between club & country and coaching a European giant. He also reveals which club was his favourite to coach, from his impressive and extensive résumé. Part two of this i…

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Guéhi Move Collapses, Isak & Wissa Get Their Way & PL Spending Tops £3bn 25:12

2M ago25:12

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Why will Marc Guéhi continue to be a top performer for Crystal Palace despite his Deadline Day disappointment? Will we see more players downing tools in the future to get their dream moves after Isak and Wissa forced their way out? Is the amount of money being spent something we should be worrying about? Gary, Alan and Micah also debate the best De…

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La Liga: Trent Impresses On Madrid Return, Barca Slip Up After Changes & Athletic Club Maintain A Perfect Record 38:43

2M ago38:43

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Was Trent Alexander-Arnold unlucky not to make the recent England squad? Is Hansi Flick still working out his best starting XI for this season? Is Ernesto Valverde proving himself as one of the best managers in Europe right now? Gary and Alex also discuss Atletico Madrid’s continued struggles and if it’s conceivable they could part ways with Diego …

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Szoboszlai’s Stunner & VAR Shambles 40:45

2M ago40:45

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Is it a worry for everyone else that Liverpool have won three out of three without playing near their best? Are Arsenal too timid when they play in the ‘big’ games? How do we sort out the mess we’ve got ourselves into with VAR now? Gary and Alan also discuss Jack Grealish’s fantastic start to the season and signs of a dangerous partnership with Kie…

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PSG Enters The Squared Circle [Bonus Episode] 1:34

2M ago1:34

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit psgtalk.substack.com and subscribe. Joining me on the latest Ensemble PSG Podcast is long-time PSG Talk contributor, Marc Damon. We discuss PSG’s current form, the draw for the league phase of the UEFA Champions League, the new partnership with World Wrestling Entertainment, and PSG’s su…

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How Patient Should Man Utd Be With Ruben Amorim? 34:44

2M ago34:44

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What should Man United do next after another difficult week? Can Ruben Amorim get these players working effectively in the system he refuses to change? Gary and Micah also debate who will be the best new signing in the Premier League this season and what changes they should make to The Rest Is Football fantasy team for this weekend. Join THE PLAYER…

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Another Newcastle v Liverpool Classic, Great Footy Trivia & Micah The Hype Man 42:14

2M ago42:14

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What were Alan’s emotions like throughout that incredible game while he was in the stands at St James' Park? Do Liverpool have things to worry about defensively? What exactly was Micah doing in the crowd at Joleon Lescott’s DJ set at Reading Festival? Gary also tests Alan and Micah with a bit of football trivia - who are Top 10 French players to ha…

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La Liga: Barcelona’s Stunning Comeback, Mbappé Firing For Real Madrid & Five Star Villarreal Go Top 39:21

2M ago39:21

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How did a change of formation and style of play spark Barcelona’s comeback against Levante? Has Kylian Mbappé been harshly judged in his Real Madrid career so far? Can Villarreal break into the top three this season? Gary, Alex Aljoe and Sid Lowe also discuss the current troubles at Atletico Madrid after they fail to win again. Join THE PLAYERS LOU…

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Last Minute Signings For Paris Saint-Germain? [Bonus Episode] 1:43

2M ago1:43

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit psgtalk.substack.com and subscribe. Joining me on the latest Ensemble PSG Podcast is Robin Bairner, chief editor at Football Transfers. We discuss PSG’s win over Angers SCO, whether Alexander Isak is a realistic transfer target, and other potential deals the club might be able to get don…

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Man Utd Still Misfiring, Grealish Impresses On Everton’s Big Day & Outstanding Spurs 33:31

2M ago33:31

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How long will Ruben Amorim get to bed in his new players before the pressure really starts to mount? Will we see Jack Grealish recapture his best form at Everton? How has Thomas Frank stamped his mark and philosophy on Spurs in just two games? Gary & Alan also discuss Arsenal thumping Leeds and how plenty of positive personal performances were marr…

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The Guys Respond To Isak & Newcastle's Statement 30:59

2M ago30:59

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“He’s adding fuel to the fire!” Alan, Gary and Micah react to the statements made by Alexander Isak and Newcastle United this week as the transfer saga rumbles on. The trio also preview this weekend’s key fixtures as Sunderland play Burnley in a game that’s likely to be crucial at the bottom of the table. Join THE PLAYERS LOUNGE here: therestisfoot…

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Alan Responds To The Wissa & Isak Drama 31:57

2M ago31:57

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Alan, Gary & Micah break down the Isak-Wissa drama, guess their own FPL prices in their prime, and weigh in on the handball controversy from Leeds vs Everton. The boys answer the best of your questions in the latest Q&A episode Join THE PLAYERS LOUNGE here: therestisfootball.com Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restisfootball It's …

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La Liga: Rashford Makes Barca Debut In Controversial Win, Espanyol Stun Atlético & Cazorla Makes Emotional Return 40:58

2M ago40:58

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Should Barcelona’s second goal have stood in their victory against Mallorca? Did Diego Simeone get his substitutions right in Atlético Madrid’s shock defeat to Espanyol? How special was it to see Santi Cazorla return to La Liga with Real Oviedo? In a new weekly episode for The Rest Is Football, Gary is joined by Alex Aljoe to discuss all the major …

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Mentality Monsters [Full Episode] 1:14:00

2M ago1:14:00

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Subscribe to Ensemble PSG on Substack for more episodes. There’s no rest for the weary as Paris Saint-Germain kicked off its 2025-26 Ligue 1 campaign on Sunday with a road test against FC Nantes. Of course, this is following the UEFA Super Cup win over Tottenham Hotspur last Wednesday and last season’s campaign that lasted a grueling 65 matches. Is…

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Signs Of Encouragement For Man Utd, Sunderland Back With A Bang & Why Is VAR So Anti-Goal? 47:19

2M ago47:19

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Why were there plenty of reasons to be positive for Man Utd, despite defeat against Arsenal? Have Sunderland shown that we can expect more of a fight from the newly promoted teams this season? Why were the lads so frustrated with VAR ruling out Eberechi Eze’s free-kick against Chelsea? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss which of the Premier League’s…

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Picking Our FPL Team 49:51

2M ago49:51

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How do you get the balance right when picking the perfect fantasy football team? Should you be picking Mo Salah or Erling Haaland this season? How much of an impact will the new point scoring changes make this year? Gary, Micah and Producer Harry are together at the official Premier League Kick Off Event to pick The Rest Is Football’s Fantasy Team …