Welcome to The Overlap.The biggest names in football, politics, business and world sport share real stories, reflecting on their careers & vulnerabilities.Plus we’ll have The Fan Debate - with your club's biggest podcasters meeting rival fans to discuss the biggest stories in football. Follow to never miss an episode.YouTube: https://bit.ly/TheOverlap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode List

Bergkamp: Arsenal’s Golden Era, Wenger Influence & Title Hopes | The Overlap Exclusive

Feb 9th, 2026 1:54 PM

On this exclusive episode of The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, Ian Wright sits down with his former Arsenal teammate Dennis Bergkamp for a special catch up and proper football chat.The two look back on their time at Arsenal, sharing memories from one of the club’s greatest eras and what life was really like in that dressing room. Dennis also gives his thoughts on the current Arsenal side, the pressure that comes with a title challenge, and how today’s game compares to when he was playing.They talk through Dennis’ career, from moving to England and working under Arsène Wenger, to the art of finishing, the strikers he admired, and whether he thinks his game would suit modern football.There’s also a look at international football, the Netherlands team, and the managers who had the biggest impact on his career.Let us know your favourite Bergkamp moment in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap.00:00 - Intro09:48 - Goalscoring28:38 - Teammates46:09 - Managers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Football's Multi-Club Model & What Does It Mean For Fans? | The Overlap Fan Debate

Feb 3rd, 2026 5:00 AM

Welcome back to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet.Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes are joined by Financial Times sports editor and Crystal Palace fan Josh Noble to discuss one of the biggest talking points in modern football, multi club ownership.The panel break down how it has grown across the game, what fans really think about it, and how it has already impacted clubs up and down the country. Is it a smart model for success or something that risks changing football for good?Shot on Target also returns for another competitive round as Carra and Scholes look to get the better of the fans once again.We finish by looking ahead to the future of multi club ownership. Where is it heading, what does it mean for supporters, and how far can it go after seeing clubs like Chelsea use their links with Strasbourg to move players and even managers between teams?What are your thoughts on multi club ownership? 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 Intro04:30 Is It All About Money?07:31 Fans Perspective of Multi-Club Ownership18:06 Game Segment: Shot On Target26:32 Multi-Club Concerns From UEFA35:37 Future of Football and Regulations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

Jan 23rd, 2026 5:00 AM

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

Jan 1st, 2026 5:00 AM

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

Dec 26th, 2025 5:00 AM

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.

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