Podcast · 215 episodes
The Rest Is Football, page 2
by Goalhanger · English
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. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.
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Zohran Mamdani - why he loves Arsenal and hates hydration breaksZohran Mamdani discusses his Arsenal fandom, the culture of football in New York, and his views on the current World Cup—praising the expanded format and fan unity while criticizing hydration breaks,…6 Jul 2026 · 17 min · 7 chapters
Brilliant England battle through Mexico test to the Quarter FinalsEngland reach the World Cup quarterfinals after beating Mexico in Mexico City, in a tense match marked by altitude, a long delay, and England playing with 10 men.6 Jul 2026 · 28 min · 12 chapters
Argentina survive huge scare against Cape Verde as Messi makes it 8 in a rowThe episode of The Rest is Football discusses Argentina’s World Cup match against Cape Verde, focusing on the dramatic scare, Cape Verde’s heroic performance, and Lionel Messi’s record goal.4 Jul 2026 · 28 min · 10 chapters
Kane to the rescue as England squeeze past DR CongoEngland’s World Cup last-16 qualification after a 1-0 win over DR Congo is the episode’s focus, with debate over tactics, squad selection, and refereeing/VAR.2 Jul 2026 · 29 min · 20 chapters
Terrible Germany crash out as Brazil fight backThe Rest is Football discusses the knockout-stage fallout, focusing on Germany’s shock exit to Paraguay on penalties (1-1), plus reactions to other matches including USA vs Germany (4-1), Japan vs…30 Jun 2026 · 28 min · 11 chapters
Mentality monster Bellingham sees England top the groupEngland top their World Cup group and advance to the round of 32, where they’ll face DR Congo.28 Jun 2026 · 29 min · 12 chapters
England struggle in Ghana stalemate and Ronaldo gets off the markEngland’s 0-0 World Cup group-stage draw vs Ghana, debate over tactics vs low blocks, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s first goals of the tournament.24 Jun 2026 · 28 min · 15 chapters
Lamine Yamal lights it up and Cape Verde continue to dreamThe Rest is Football episode discusses Lamine Yamal’s early World Cup impact for Spain, Spain’s improved style, and Cape Verde’s surprising results.22 Jun 2026 · 27 min · 11 chapters
Defeat for Scotland and Cunha at the double for BrazilThe episode of Rest is Football discusses World Cup matches and tactics, focusing on Scotland’s 1-0 loss to Morocco and Brazil’s 2-0 win with Cunha scoring twice.21 Jun 2026 · 28 min · 14 chapters
England off to a flyer as Bellingham and Kane take centre stageThe episode is about England’s strong start to a major tournament, with debate over tactics, squad selection, and how Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham are being used.18 Jun 2026 · 29 min · 6 chapters
Harry Maguire on the facetime with Tuchel which ended his World Cup dreamThe episode of The Rest is Football centers on Harry Maguire’s shock at being left out of England’s World Cup squad, including how manager Thomas Tuchel delivered the news via FaceTime to multiple…16 Jun 2026 · 28 min · 12 chapters
Scotland's crucial win and Niall Horan's rondo with NeymarThe episode covers World Cup group-stage football and related pundit talk, plus a personal story from Niall Horan.14 Jun 2026 · 28 min · 11 chapters
Frank Lampard & Joe Cole join us as the World Cup kicks offThe Rest is Football episode discusses the start of the World Cup and England’s preparations, with guests Frank Lampard and Joe Cole.12 Jun 2026 · 28 min · 15 chapters
Will Harry Kane win the World Cup for England?A World Cup preview debating likely winners, with heavy focus on Argentina’s 1986 legacy versus the current squad, and whether England’s Harry Kane can drive a deep run (plus goalkeeper and…8 Jun 2026 · 28 min · 11 chapters
Terry Butcher: Invisible Wounds The episode is an interview with former England and club defender Terry Butcher about his documentary “Butcher: Invisible Wounds,” his football career, and the grief and mental-health impact of…5 Jun 2026 · 53 min · 24 chapters
QUIZ: Most Brazilian Appearances In The Premier League A football quiz on “Most Brazilian Appearances in the Premier League,” with Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, and Gary Lineker hosting/playing.3 Jun 2026 · 38 min · 12 chapters
Penalty heartbreak for Arsenal as PSG go back-to-backChampions League final recap—Arsenal’s defensive plan vs PSG’s attack, ending in Arsenal losing the penalty shootout; debate over handball/penalty decisions, extra time, and penalty shootout…1 Jun 2026 · 45 min · 14 chapters
Quiz: Most Left Footed Premier League GoalsRest is Football quiz edition where hosts Micah Richards and Alan Shearer compete to name the Premier League players with the most goals scored with their left foot, ranking top left-foot scorers and…29 May 2026 · 39 min · 17 chapters
Jose Mourinho to calm the chaos at the Bernabeu?End-of-season La Liga review and Real Madrid coaching/presidency chaos; plus awards for players/managers and some transfer-window talk.27 May 2026 · 39 min · 13 chapters
Trophy for Arsenal, Heartbreak for West Ham & Tuchel's England ShocksAlan Shearer and Gary Lineker recap the final Premier League day: Tottenham survive the relegation battle, while West Ham suffer heartbreak.25 May 2026 · 37 min · 11 chapters
QUIZ: Most Portuguese Appearances In The Premier League A “Rest is Football” quiz where Micah Richards, Alan Shearer, and Garani(c)a answer who has the most Premier League appearances among Portuguese players (top 10), then discuss Crystal Palace’s…22 May 2026 · 31 min · 7 chapters
ARSENAL: PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONSThe episode of Rest is Football (Alan Shearer and Gary Lineker) centers on Arsenal winning the Premier League for the first time in 22 years after Manchester City failed to win at Bournemouth.20 May 2026 · 26 min · 9 chapters
Pep’s 20-Trophy Decade & Are West Ham Heading Down?The Rest is Football discusses (1) Manchester City’s 20 trophies in Pep Guardiola’s 10 years and key players’ impact, (2) Chelsea’s appointment of Xavi Alonso as manager, (3) Newcastle vs West…17 May 2026 · 38 min · 8 chapters
JAMIE VARDY: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Jamie Vardy’s exclusive interview on his rise from non-league and factory work to Leicester City’s Premier League title, plus his England call-up, goal-scoring mindset, and off-pitch discipline.15 May 2026 · 1 h 10 min · 35 chapters