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by Rio Ferdinand Presents · English
Welcome to Rio Ferdinand Presents, the destination for any football fan who wants the biggest names, the best analysis and authentic reactions to everything fans discuss in their WhatsApp groups. From a leader on the pitch to one of the most respected voices in world football, Rio invites you to sit back in your home or on your commute to enjoy his three distinctive shows, Rio Presents, Rio Meets and Rio Reacts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Forest Draw Needs More Credit! | Focus On All of Amad’s Positives | I LOVE Van Dijk Being Prickly
Rio Presents discusses Manchester United’s draw at Nottingham Forest and how Amad Diallo/Amorim’s team is building positivity; then debates Arsenal’s title chances, striker Viktor Gyökeres, and…
3 Nov 2025 · 39m · 14 chapters
Dimitar Berbatov: I never told my team mates about getting kidnapped | Sesko needs more ANGER!
Dimitar Berbatov discusses his personal struggles and development—from growing up in Bulgaria, to being kidnapped at 18, adapting across clubs and countries, and handling confidence, boos, and being…
28 Oct 2025 · 1h 2m · 23 chapters
Amorim Played Russian Roulette With His Job - Now It’s Paying Off | Welbeck For England!
Manchester United’s turnaround under Ruben Amorim, with debate on whether his “high-risk” style was “Russian roulette,” and how tactical tweaks improved results.
27 Oct 2025 · 43m · 17 chapters
How Amorim beat Slot Tactically and Unsettled Van Dijk | Wirtz will be questioning his transfer
Manchester United’s 3-point win at Anfield under Ruben Amorim, focusing on Amorim’s tactical choices that unsettled Liverpool (including how they targeted Van Dijk/Canate in the goal) and broader…
20 Oct 2025 · 48m · 20 chapters
The Receipts Are In! Is Rio The Greatest Ever Premier League Defender?
Rio Ferdinand and co-hosts debate whether Rio is the Premier League’s greatest defender, then shift to “receipts” fact-checking in football claims, and finish with discussion of Jim Ratcliffe’s…
13 Oct 2025 · 40m · 12 chapters
Steven Gerrard: I Would Not Have Left Like Trent Did | Our England Squad Were ‘Egotistical losers"
Steven Gerrard discusses his playing mindset and leadership, comparing midfield eras, and reflecting on England’s culture during his international career.
7 Oct 2025 · 59m · 26 chapters
Have Manchester United solved their ‘graveyard position’? | Mason Mount has thrown spanner in the works
Manchester United’s recent Sunderland win and what it suggests about Ruben Amorim’s tactics, plus a preview of the Anfield trip vs Liverpool.
6 Oct 2025 · 50m · 19 chapters
It’s not ART! You HAVE to WIN! | Tactical breakdown of how Rio would fix Man Utd
Rio Ferdinand Presents discusses Arsenal’s mindset and squad value after key wins, debates Liverpool as the strongest title-chasing team, and then pivots to a tactical “how Rio would fix Man Utd”…
29 Sep 2025 · 43m · 13 chapters
Wayne Rooney: Where United’s Decline Began | Raw & Honest Conversation Like Never Before
Wayne Rooney discusses Manchester United’s decline, striker play in modern football, his personal struggles with alcohol, and how values and dressing-room culture changed after the 2008-era success.
24 Sep 2025 · 1h 4m · 25 chapters
Would Rio sell Bruno for £100m? | Why Pep is making his side play DIRECT football
The hosts debate whether Manchester United should sell Bruno Fernandes for £100m, and critique how Pep Guardiola is evolving City’s “direct” style.
22 Sep 2025 · 1h 2m · 17 chapters“No shame” in Changing | Man Utd Fanbase Being Tested | Haaland or Mbappe?
Rio Ferdinand and guests debate Manchester United’s tactics and performance after a heavy defeat to Manchester City, focusing on whether manager Ruben Amorim is being too stubborn, defensive…
15 Sep 2025 · 34m · 12 chapters
Man Utd “Unworthy” Players Transferred | James or Trent? My Pick!
The hosts discuss Michael Owen’s recent interview, England’s approach to international staffing, England’s qualifier vs “minnows” (Andorra/San Marino) and whether qualification formats are fit for…
8 Sep 2025 · 40m · 17 chapters
Michael Owen with his Ballon d’Or | Discusses Kane, Mbappe and comparison to Rooney
Michael Owen discusses what made him a Ballon d’Or winner, how his mentality shaped his career, and debates modern strikers and England’s lack of depth at number nine.
3 Sep 2025 · 1h 2m · 18 chaptersRio & Ste Rant on Garnacho Departure | Man Utd GK: Lammens Debate? Rio Presents DEADLINE DAY LIVE
Deadline-day transfer window talk, focused on Manchester United’s player sales (especially Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, and loans), debate over Pep Guardiola’s patience at Man City, Man United’s…
1 Sep 2025 · 56m · 27 chapters
Amorim: Sometimes I Want To Quit | Garnacho & Rasmus Højlund Departures
The episode discusses Ruben Amorim’s early Man United struggles, his emotional press-conference tone, and why the host argues the club shouldn’t sack him after only three games.
30 Aug 2025 · 23m · 8 chapters
Treatment of Amorim Is WILD | United's Transfer Deadline Looming | Rio Reacts
Rio Reacts discusses Manchester United’s final transfer-window week and multiple squad issues.
26 Aug 2025 · 19m · 9 chaptersIs Kobbie fighting a losing battle? | What I was doing at 15 - Max Dowman comparison
The episode (Rio Ferdinand Presents) debates Manchester United’s recent performance vs Fulham, focusing on psychology, execution, and set-piece defending.
25 Aug 2025 · 43m · 21 chapters
Isak vs. Newcastle: Rio Reacts to the Isak Transfer Drama
The hosts debate the Alexander Isak transfer standoff with Newcastle, focusing on “who’s telling the truth,” whether verbal promises matter, and whether Liverpool’s reported £110m bid should meet…
20 Aug 2025 · 13m · 6 chaptersReasons why Rio is Positive | Why Yoro + Shaw are CRUCIAL for Manchester United
The episode is a football discussion focused on Manchester United’s opening-day 1-0 loss to Arsenal, framed as “positive” for the season.
18 Aug 2025 · 46m · 15 chapters
I'M A BALEBA! Man Utd's New PRIORITY! | Hojlund Out & Grealish to Everton?!
Man United transfer priorities—signing Brighton’s midfielder “Baléba” (spelled Baleiro/Balayba/Baléba in transcript), using a structured deal like Brighton’s model (lower upfront, spread payments),…
14 Aug 2025 · 17m · 6 chaptersWhy Sesko will be different to Hojlund | Would Calvert-Lewin be a good signing?
The episode is a season-preview discussion on Premier League title races and Manchester United’s striker situation.
12 Aug 2025 · 35m · 15 chapters
Harry Maguire on his ‘toughest moment’, losing captaincy and Cristiano’s impact
Harry Maguire discusses his toughest period at Manchester United, losing the captaincy, handling media/social scrutiny, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s impact; he also explains what’s changed under a new Man…
11 Aug 2025 · 31m · 13 chaptersGyokeres Better For Arsenal Than Man Utd | Top 8 finish ‘Realistic’ For Man Utd
Arsenal’s rationale for signing Gyokeres over Man United; whether his “big-team” scoring record is a concern; Arsenal’s transfer/season expectations and youth minutes.
4 Aug 2025 · 41m · 22 chapters
EXCLUSIVE: Bryan Mbeumo's FIRST Man Utd Interview! | Who Convinced Him?! | Rio Meets
Rio Meets’ exclusive first Manchester United interview with new signing Bryan Mbeumo, covering his move, role, playing style, training/nutrition, partnerships, and Cameroon/Africa inspirations.
29 Jul 2025 · 19m · 9 chapters