Training Ground Bust Ups & Ranking Sports, Films & TV Shows! | Stick to Football EP 87
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/theoverlap00:00 Intro00:32 Greatest Combined Player-Manager Debate07:20 Ranking Popular Sports13:03 Must-Watch Films and Albums18:41 Underrated TV Shows19:42 Nostalgic TV Shows and Memories20:16 Favorite TV Shows and Characters22:23 Top Five Goals Discussion26:33 Worst Refereeing Decisions28:32 Intelligence in Football Positions32:44 Training Ground Bust-Ups37:43 Lighthearted Questions and Reflections Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mark Crossley: Hilarious Brian Clough Stories & Playing with Roy & Wrighty | Stick to Football EP 86
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/theoverlap01:48 Nottingham Forest05:01 Playing Under Brian Clough16:35 Clough Stories19:43 Tough Love and Mind Games23:13 Memorable Stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Henry: Arsenal Glory, Barca Battles & Premier League Legacy | Stick to Football EP 85
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/theoverlapThis 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.com00:00 Intro02:18 Tattoo Stories and Meanings04:47 Football Memories and Rivalries10:14 Coaching and Player Development24:17 Premier League Physicality and Training26:40 Dennis Bergkamp28:32 Arsenal vs. Previous Clubs: Evolution and Growth29:49 Challenges at Juventus: From Wingback to Leaving the Club32:28 Proving People Wrong: The Drive to Succeed48:02 Barcelona: Adapting to a New Club and Style56:40 Analysing Barcelona's Pressing Strategy01:02:24 Pep Guardiola's Tactical Innovations01:06:03 The Legacy of Ashley Cole01:08:47 Coaching Philosophies and Influences01:22:01 Challenges and Aspirations in Coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Europa League Final, End of Season Awards, & Palace Stun City! | Stick to Football EP 84
The whole gang's together for our final topical Stick to Football episode of the season, brought to you by Sky Bet.Gary, Roy, Jill, Ian, and Jamie debate the best players of the season. There's Europa League Final chat - and the emotional Crystal Palace win in the FA Cup Final. Don't forget to subscribe so you won't miss an episode. 00:00 Intro00:34 - Sheffield United vs Sunderland09:30 - Bruce Springsteen Concert Experience15:09 - Pep Guardiola's Frustrations and Time-Wasting Debate22:26 - Season Awards35:25 - Arsenal's Challenges and Future39:19 - Best Moments of the Year42:57 - Worst Moments of the Year46:58 - Super Six PredictionsThis 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/theoverlapThis 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dyche: Points Deductions, Amorim & Gardening For Clough | Stick to Football 83
In this episode of Stick to Football brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary, Roy, Jill, Ian and Paul Scholes are joined by former Everton and Burnley manager Sean Dyche for a wide-ranging and honest conversation.Dyche opens up about his journey in football, from his early days at Chesterfield and Nottingham Forest to life on the touchline at Burnley and Everton. He shares behind-the-scenes stories about working with players like Ashley Barnes and Scott Arfield and reflects on the unexpected rise of some of his most trusted pros.He gives a frank account of the challenges he faced at Everton, including financial issues, boardroom uncertainty and the impact of the club’s points deduction. Dyche breaks down his straightforward football philosophy, built on fitness, mentality and organisation over modern tactical trends.The conversation turns to the state of British coaching, the dominance of foreign managers in the Premier League and the uphill battle English coaches face when trying to land top jobs.Dyche also gives his take on VAR, diving in the game and how media pressure and fan expectations can shape the lifespan of a manager.The episode wraps up with Dyche looking ahead to the future and reflecting on the biggest lessons from his career in management.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/theoverlapThis episode is sponsored by LinkedIn. Post your job for free at https://LinkedIn.com/STF. Terms and conditions apply. 00:00 Intro04:44 Gardening for Brian Clough06:40 Everton's Struggles and Management Challenges18:56 Everton's Financial and Structural Issues31:51 Goodison Park Memories36:32 The Determination of Players37:39 The Role of a Manager38:41 Future Plans and Opportunities39:31 Challenges in Modern Football41:16 The Philosophy Debate43:29 The Impact of Foreign Managers01:04:22 The Role of VAR01:06:56 Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
An original series from The Overlap with Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher Jill Scott Ian Wright and Roy Keane, featuring special guests discussing all things football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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