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Scholes vs Martinez, Rice Ballon d’Or Talk & Rory’s Rosenior Rage | The Overlap Fan Debate

Welcome back to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet.We start with the biggest talking point as Paul Scholes is challenged on his criticism of Lisandro Martínez, sparking a heated debate about pundit responsibility and whether players are judged too harshly.The focus then shifts to the title race as Arsenal continue to fly and Manchester City look to close the gap. Arsenal fan Matt backs his side’s chances and makes the case for Declan Rice as a Ballon d’Or contender, while questions are also asked about Pep Guardiola and City’s tough January.We also look at Manchester United, where Michael Carrick is in the spotlight, and debate whether he could earn a permanent role, plus where Bruno Fernandes ranks among the club’s greats.Elsewhere, managerial pressure builds across the league with Chelsea, Spurs, Palace and West Ham all under discussion as fans give their views.Are pundits too harsh on players? 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 Intro11:29 Arsenal are now title favourites25:07 Manchester City's Recent Struggles31:17 Carrick’s instant impact40:03 Is Bruno Fernandes in United’s top 10 players of all time?43:25 Rory’s Rosenior Rant59:58 Thomas Frank and Spurs’ issues01:08:05 Liverpool and Arne Slot01:22:43 Crystal Palace and Glasner01:26:50 West Ham's Relegation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transfer Window Opens! Liverpool's Ex-Head of Scouting Analyses YOUR Club's Targets | The Overlap Breakdown

The Transfer Window is open - so who should your club be signing? We're joined by Patrick Montgomery - Liverpool's former Head of Scouting - to go through some of the biggest deals in the pipeline in January.Don't forget you can watch the best tactical discussion and transfer talk every week on The Overlap Breakdown on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Overlap Quiz | Stick to Football v The Good, The Bad & The Football

Get ready for the ultimate crossover as two podcasts collide in our biggest and best Overlap Quiz yet brought to you by Arne!This year, it's the stars of Stick to Football Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ian Wright, Jill Scott, and Jamie Carragher facing off against The Good, The Bad, and The Football team of Paddy McGuinness, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, Ella Toone, and Shaun Wright-Phillips. All hosted by the fantastic Iain Stirling!NB: Some rounds in the quiz are visual-based - so please do catch us on YouTube if you want the full quiz experience!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 the brand new 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 clothinghttps://arneclo.com 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/terms00:00 Intro07:55 - General Football Knowledge43:04 - Observation Round59:16 - Football Pictionary01:06:23 - Pull-up Challenge01:11:34 - Final Round Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Micky Van de Ven: Spurs’ Season So Far, Ange vs Frank & Toughest Opponents | The Overlap Exclusive

On this Overlap Exclusive, brought to you by Sky Bet, we sit down with Micky van de Ven for an open conversation about his journey in football and life at Tottenham Hotspur.Van de Ven looks back at where it all began, breaking into the game before earning a move to Wolfsburg, where his performances in the Bundesliga put him on the radar of Europe’s biggest clubs.He then reflects on his move to Tottenham, joining under Ange Postecoglou and being part of a side that went on to lift the Europa League. Micky opens up on what that period meant to him, how he felt when Ange was dismissed, and how the squad responded to change.The conversation turns to the present day, as he discusses life under Thomas Frank, the challenges of the current season and what the manager has brought to the group.Finally, Micky looks ahead to the future, sharing his ambitions with the Netherlands as the countdown begins towards the World Cup next year.This episode is sponsored by Huel.Start the new year off on the right foot + get a protein boost with Huel.Get our special offer using code EXCLUSIVE at https://www.huel.com/EXCLUSIVE today.00:00 Intro06:00 Early Football Memories11:40 Playing Under Ange Postecoglou and Thomas Frank21:19 Ange Postecoglou Sacking22:35 Wolfsburg Career30:00 Struggles and Growth at Wolfsburg36:20 Joining Tottenham and Ambitions41:20 Premier League Challenges and Future Goals48:47 World Cup Hopes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martin Tyler: The Aguero Goal, Fergie’s Phone Call & A Life in Commentary | The Overlap Fan Debate

Welcome back to another episode of The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet.This week, legendary commentator Martin Tyler joins Jamie Carragher and some of the biggest fan channels in the country to look back on a career unlike any other, filled with unforgettable stories and iconic football moments.We begin with the moment that defined an era: “AGUEROOOOOO!” Martin breaks down the most famous line of commentary in Premier League history, how it happened in real time and what the reaction has been ever since.Martin also reflects on the phone call he once received from Sir Alex Ferguson, shares the lessons he learned throughout his journey in broadcasting and speaks passionately about his love for the game that shaped his life.What do you think is the greatest commentary line of all time?Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode- and please leave a review to help others find us too. Thanks!00:00 Intro02:32 The Aguero Goal & Career Highlights21:15 Shot on Target28:24 Commentary Styles and Techniques31:18 Challenges of Commentary43:33 Iconic Moments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.