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Goalhanger

Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, and Micah Richards discuss football's biggest stories.
From last-minute winners to transfer sagas, fantasy football gems, and the drama behind the scenes.
With strong opinions, brilliant chemistry, and decades of Premier League experience, The Rest Is Football serves up three episodes every week packed with insights, dressing-room stories, and proper laughs.
Whether it’s VAR controversies, title races, European nights, or England’s hopes in international tournaments, no topic is off the table. It's the essential podcast for football fans.
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The Rest Is Football

Man City celebrate Pep’s 1000th game with a big win over Slot’s questionable Liverpool and Gary & Micah wonder how big a difference Van Dijk’s goal would have been? Micah also vents his frustrations after a shocking weekend of FPL and the affect it’s having on Gary’s life!

With Arsenal dropping points to Sunderland the question is, are Arsenal still in control or has Man City’s recent form put them just above them? 

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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 chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at therestisfootball.com.
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Pep Closes The Gap On Arsenal, Micah Blanks On FPL & Liverpool Take Two Steps Back

Did Trent Alexander-Arnold’s spot on the bench inspire Conor Bradley to produce another Man of the Match display against Real Madrid? The lads debate whether today’s tactics and athletes are squeezing out the mavericks that used to light up the game and, more importantly, whether we might see Alan Shearer on The Traitors next year.

Gary, Alan and Micah also break down Dan Burn and Micky van de Ven’s brilliant goals, and ask the big question: just how many would Erling Haaland bag against Barcelona’s famous high line?

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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 chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at: therestisfootball.com

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"The Destructive” Conor Bradley, Are There A Lack Of Flair Players & Alan Shearer The Traitor

Alex Aljoe is joined by Aymeric Laporte, who opens up about his bizarre first 24 hours at Manchester City and how Pep Guardiola’s tactical genius shaped him into a key part of the iconic ‘Centurions’ team. He reflects on the influence of club legends like Sergio Agüero, David Silva, and Vincent Kompany, and what it was really like being part of that golden era.

Laporte also delves into his decision to switch national teams, the reaction from critics, and how it felt to lift the European Championship trophy with Spain’s exciting new generation of stars.

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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 chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at therestisfootball.com.

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Inside The Mind Of Pep, Keeping Up With CR7 & International Glory

Why is Marcus Rashford thriving in a super talented Barcelona side? Why are the fans in Madrid heralding the ‘rebirth of King Jude’ Bellingham after his injury? How will Antoine Griezmann adapt to his new role as impact sub at Atlético Madrid after scoring his 200th La Liga goal?

Gary and Alex also discuss Villarreal’s sparkling form, as the Yellow Submarine thump Rayo Vallecano.

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 chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. 

It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at: therestisfootball.com

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Rashford Shines Again, King Jude & Griezmann Hits 200

Can the partnership between Haaland and Cherki take the Norwegian superstar to another level? Why is Declan Rice the key to giving Arsenal so much control? Who do Wolves turn to next after sacking Vitor Pereira following an eighth defeat in ten league games this season?

Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss an important win for Liverpool after Arne Slot’s gamble in midweek and a worrying performance from Spurs. 

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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 chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. 

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Haaland The Robot, The Rice Is Right & What Next For Wolves?

What can Arsenal achieve this season after becoming the first team in top-flight history to win six games in a single month without conceding a goal? Meanwhile, is Arne Slot starting to feel the pressure after Liverpool were thumped by Crystal Palace? Their sixth defeat in seven matches.

The lads also discuss another standout performance from 15-year-old Max Dowman, and reflect on what they were doing at that age.

Gary, Alan & Micah look back at all the key moments from the Carabao Cup 4th round fixtures

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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 chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. 

It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at: therestisfootball.com

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Arsenal’s Historic Form, Liverpool’s Crisis & Max Dowman Shines Again

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 Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy.com/football 

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 chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. 

It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at: therestisfootball.com

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

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 substitution by Xabi Alonso. Can players be forgiven for that kind of reaction in a game of this magnitude?

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It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at: therestisfootball.com

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Madrid’s Magic, Bellingham’s Brilliance & Say Less, Lamine

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, with fellow promoted team Sunderland flying high in the Top Four!

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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 chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. 

It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at therestisfootball.com.

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

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 which sees them sitting well placed in the Champions League table.

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 chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. 

It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at: therestisfootball.com

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

Are Thomas Tuchel and Pep Guardiola more similar than we think? Should we expect to see him drop some of England’s attacking stars? Is winning the World Cup the only way this appointment will be seen as a success?

Gary is joined by German football expert Raphael Honigstein to give us the details on exactly what we can expect from England’s latest managerial appointment.

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Thomas Tuchel: Pep’s Disciple Who Will Have No Problem Making Tough Decisions

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