Best Fpl Double Up Podcasts (2025)

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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

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6h 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

1d 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

4d 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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Quiz: Most Expensive Premier League Transfers 30:31

20h 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

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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

8d 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

11d 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

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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

13d 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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Roy Hodgson On Inter Milan, Brian Clough’s “Criticism” & Club Vs Country 43:50

19d 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

20d 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

21d 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

8d 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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How Patient Should Man Utd Be With Ruben Amorim? 34:44

11d 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

27d 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

28d 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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Man Utd Still Misfiring, Grealish Impresses On Everton’s Big Day & Outstanding Spurs 33:31

29d 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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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Signs Of Encouragement For Man Utd, Sunderland Back With A Bang & Why Is VAR So Anti-Goal? 47:19

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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

25d 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 …

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MARCUS RASHFORD: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW 46:26

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In a world exclusive interview for The Rest Is Football, Gary and Micah fly to Barcelona to spend time with Marcus Rashford. Don’t miss this stunning conversation with Barcelona’s first English player since Gary played at the Camp Nou in 1989. The trio dive into what it means to play for one of the most electrifying teams in world football. Marcus …

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All 20 PL Clubs Predicted: 25/26 50:04

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Who will be top four? Who’s heading for the drop? Which teams will surprise and which will disappoint? In this special episode, Gary, Alan, and Micah look ahead to the new Premier League Season. They evaluate every one of the twenty Premier League clubs, predicting where they will finish. Join THE PLAYERS LOUNGE, the official fantasy football club …

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Mikel John Obi Part 2: How Do You Stop Messi? Champions League Glory & His Father’s Double Kidnapping Ordeal 46:17

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“If you’re left one on one with Messi, you’re dead”. Mikel Jon Obi reveals what it was like to play against that incredible Barcelona team and a prime Lionel Messi, how Chelsea won that incredible Champions League in 2012, and Mikel explains the horrifying moment his Father was kidknapped… twice! Join THE PLAYERS LOUNGE, the official fantasy footba…

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Mikel John Obi Part 1: Fergie Vs Mourinho, JT's Leadership & Scraps In The Dressing Room 1:06:07

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Gary Lineker is joined by former Chelsea midfielder Mikel John Obi, who shares the unbelievable story of the dramatic tug of war between Manchester United and Chelsea over his signature. From secret meetings to jumping through bushes, Mikel reveals all in this jaw-dropping tale from one of football’s most chaotic transfer sagas. He also shares exac…

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Isak-Gate, Legendary Lionesses & The Players Lounge 45:17

2M ago45:17

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Will Liverpool break the British transfer fee record and sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle? Can the men follow in the footsteps of the brilliant Lionesses and win a major trophy soon? Would Victor Osimhen be a top 3 Premier League Striker? Gary, Alan & Micah also announce THE PLAYERS LOUNGE, the official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Footba…

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Lionesses Win Back-to-Back European Titles After Dramatic Penalty Shootout 32:02

2M ago32:02

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Why was Chloe Kelly “born to be a hero”? How did England’s ‘all-round team’ make sure they won this tournament? What will the celebrations have been like for the squad last night and over the next few days? Gary introduces Millie Bright and Rachel Daly from the Daly Brightness show, who also discuss what the experience was like for them watching al…

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England Into Euros Final After More Late Drama 23:13

2M ago23:13

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Gary introduces the latest episode from The Rest Is Football: Daly Brightness, as the team discuss England’s dramatic victory over Italy in the semi-finals of the women’s Euros. How do England keep producing these incredible late comebacks? How have they got the ’super subs’ making such an impact? Can the Lionesses go all the way and win the final …

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Best of the Club World Cup 36:52

2M ago36:52

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We’re almost a week on now from Chelsea being crowned World Champions after a brilliant victory against PSG in New York. On today’s episode, we’re looking back at the best moments and stories from the show across the tournament. From stunning goals and huge upsets, to stories of close encounters with sharks and partying with the winners - there was…

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Steve Parish: Why UEFA’s Ruling On Crystal Palace Is A Huge Mistake 29:38

2M ago29:38

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What exactly has happened so far between Crystal Palace and UEFA and what are the next steps? Why are Crystal Palace appealing their removal from the Europa League to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, and what is the basis of that appeal? Does it feel like there are some rules for the ‘big boys’ and different rules for everyone else? In this excl…

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Was The Club World Cup A Success & Who Were The Standout Players? 30:33

2M ago30:33

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Was the new revamped tournament any better than it was before? Did the players enjoy playing in it? What lessons have we learnt ahead of the World Cup next summer? Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also debate which players made it into the Team of the Tournament and who has made a name for themselves going into next season. Sign up to the newsletter here:…

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Chelsea Crowned World Champions 22:36

2M ago22:36

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Is Enzo Maresca getting enough credit for the job he’s done at Chelsea? Why did PSG fail to react and change things up when things weren’t going well for them? Was the Cole Palmer x Donald Trump crossover the most bizarre thing we’ve seen all season? Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also discuss whether we’ll see Chelsea genuinely competing for the Premie…

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PSG Thump Real Madrid As Enrique’s Magic Continues 24:23

2M ago24:23

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How exactly has Luis Enrique managed to mastermind this incredible turnaround at PSG? Why were Real Madrid so ruthlessly exposed? How can Chelsea hurt PSG in the final at the weekend? Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also discuss the Lionesses emphatic victory over the Netherlands at Euro 2025 as they get their campaign back on track. Every single match o…

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João Pedro Stars As Chelsea Through To Club World Cup Final 25:23

3M ago25:23

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Where will João Pedro’s best position be for Chelsea? What are their best attacking options heading into next season? Will we see Chelsea mount a real challenge for the Premier League title as they add depth to their squad? Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also discuss the latest transfer news as Newcastle agree a fee to sign Anthony Elanga and Viktor Gyö…

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Cole Palmer Is Back, Delightful Doué & Real Madrid Cooking 37:33

3M ago37:33

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Cole Palmer looked back to his very best as Chelsea brushed aside Palmeiras in Philadelphia, Désiré Doué once again showed the world why he’s one of the best young footballers on the planet, and Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso win their 4th game in a row as they book their place in the Semi Final where they will face PSG in a blockbuster game on Wednes…

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Man City Stunned By Al-Hilal, Trent Hitting The Mark At Real Madrid & Should More Clubs Be Looking At Serhou Guirassy? 32:50

3M ago32:50

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What has Pep learned about his Man City side at the Club World Cup? Will we see a big name leave Real Madrid this summer now they have so many superstars? With a number of big clubs in need of an out-and-out striker, why are more teams not looking at Borussia Dortmund’s Serhou Guirassy? Gary, Alan, Micah and Alex Aljoe also discuss Fluminense knock…

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Chelsea Cooking Up A Storm, PSG Cruise Past Inter Miami & Harry Kane Hunting Another Golden Boot 30:38

3M ago30:38

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How alarming was the two-hour stoppage in play during Chelsea’s Round of 16 match in Charlotte, with the World Cup on the horizon next year? What specifically has been so impressive about PSG’s play that no other side has matched at the Club World Cup? Will we see Harry Kane pick up another Golden Boot this summer and why will he be desperate to wi…

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Man City Make It Three From Three, Real Madrid Turn On The Style & A Surprise Wedding 29:59

3M ago29:59

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Why could Pep not stop smiling after Man City’s thumping of Juventus? Are we finally starting to see that Xabi Alonso style coming through at Real Madrid? How did Gary find himself at a surprise wedding for a very close friend earlier this week? Gary and Alex Aljoe also discuss the Round of 16 fixtures and where we might see a surprise in the knock…

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Delap Off The Mark For Chelsea, Bayern Miss Out On Top Spot & Messi Sets Up PSG Clash 39:16

3M ago39:16

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Why was it so important for Liam Delap to score his first goal for Chelsea at the Club World Cup? Will Bayern Munich be left to rue making a number of changes and missing the chance to top their group, as they fall to defeat against Benfica? Will Lionel Messi have a bit of extra, personal motivation when he comes up against former team PSG in the R…

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Man City Hit Al Ain For Six, The Battle Of The Bellinghams & Santi Cazorla’s Fairytale 32:02

3M ago32:02

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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…

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Chelsea Implode Against Flamengo, Botafogo Stun PSG & Messi Magic For Miami 24:39

3M ago24:39

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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 Wirt…

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Foden Finds His Spark, Real Madrid Struggle Against Al-Hilal & Five-Star Juventus 29:01

3M ago29:01

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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 …

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Chelsea Start With A Win, PSG Flex Their Muscles & Bayern Hit Double Figures 32:42

3M ago32:42

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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 Ju…

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Club World Cup Preview: Man City To Lift The Trophy, The Battle Of The Bellingham’s & Pressure On Real Madrid 22:46

3M ago22:46

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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 c…

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Club World Cup Preview: Delap To Shine For Chelsea, PSG To Continue Stellar Form & Can Messi Upset The Odds? 32:01

3M ago32:01

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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 p…

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Micah's Star-Studded Trip, Acting Tips From Tom Cruise & Big Early Moves In The Transfer Window 37:16

4M ago37:16

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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 mo…

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Justin Kluivert: Embracing The Expectations, The Dutch Masters & Record Breaking Hat-Tricks 19:30

4M ago19:30

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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 …

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PSG, Kings Of Europe 21:58

4M ago21:58

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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…

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PSG vs. Inter: Gary, Alan & Micah CAN'T Agree 22:35

4M ago22:35

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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 op…