Stick to Football

In this episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet, the team is joined by none other than Ruud Gullit — Ballon d'Or winner, footballing trailblazer, and one of the game’s all-time icons.Ruud takes us on a fascinating trip down memory lane, opening up about what it was like being the first Dutch manager in the Premier League, his time at the helm of Chelsea and Newcastle, and how he made the leap from player to manager — including all the highs, lows, and lessons along the way.Of course, we couldn’t let him go without chatting about his incredible playing career. From growing up under the influence of Johan Cruyff, to forming that legendary trio with Marco van Basten and Frank Rijkaard at AC Milan, Ruud shares stories that shaped an era of football. He also reflects on the cultural impact of his signature dreadlocks and how his unique style helped inspire a new generation of players.It’s a rare chance to hear from one of the sport’s true greats — a man whose passion for football still burns bright and whose impact is still being felt today.This episode is brought to you by Huel. Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://www.huel.com/theoverlapThis show is sponsored by Trainline. With Trainline, you won't score cheaper same-day tickets anywhere else, or we'll refund the difference! Book now at https://www.thetrainline.com

In this episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary, Roy, Jill, Jamie and Ian takes a close look at Arsenal's Champions League performance, Declan Rice’s impact, and whether Mikel Arteta needs to deliver a trophy this season. They also talk through Ollie Watkins’ visible frustrations at Aston Villa, and what the future holds for Marcus Rashford after United’s defeat to Manchester City in the race for Champions League spots. While on the topic of City, there's debate over Kevin De Bruyne and whether he should have been offered a new deal. Liverpool gets their share of focus too, especially with the ongoing uncertainty around Trent Alexander-Arnold—will he still be at Anfield next season? In Super 6, the panel chats about Manchester United's struggles and their chances against Bournemouth.  And of course, everyone’s looking ahead to the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley. This show is sponsored by Trainline. With Trainline, you won't score cheaper same-day tickets anywhere else, or we'll refund the difference! Book now at https://www.thetrainline.comThis episode is brought to you by Huel. Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://www.huel.com/theoverlapWe've teamed up with @TheAA_UK and @BasingstokeTownFC to remind drivers and passengers to always wear seatbelts.Research by The AA Charitable Trust has shown that too many young lives are being lost by not wearing seatbelts. The collab is a reminder to remember, keep that stripe across your chest, and buckle up to stay safe.Find out more on the AA’s social channels and at https://www.theaa.com/about-us/aa-charitable-trust 00:00 - Intro02:00 - Arsenal and UCL Chances15:13 - Myles Lewis-Skelly17:00 - Aston Villa26:00 - Ollie Watkins34:26 - Leicester City Relegated & Jamie Vardy42:10 - Liverpool & Trent AA01:02:48 - Super 601:05:33 - Final Thoughts and Upcoming Matches

On today’s episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary, Jill, Ian, and Roy are joined by Everton legend Duncan Ferguson for an unmissable conversation about his remarkable career.We hear about Duncan’s unique career - from his infamous red cards to defying football’s conventions. Duncan tells the gang about his transition into coaching, his powerful bond with fans, and shares behind-the-scenes stories from his dealings with players like Wayne Rooney and Alan Shearer. It’s an engaging, candid, and hilarious chat with one of football’s most colourful and uncompromising figures - don’t miss it!This show is sponsored by Trainline. With Trainline, you won't score cheaper same-day tickets anywhere else, or we'll refund the difference! Book now at https://www.thetrainline.comThis episode is brought to you by Huel. Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://www.huel.com/theoverlapThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit https://Betterhelp.com/STF to get 10% off your first month.This episode is sponsored by LinkedIn.Post your job for free at https://LinkedIn.com/STF Terms and conditions apply.

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet.Gary, Roy, Jill, and Ian dive into Manchester United’s ongoing struggles - and just how crucial winning the Europa League could be for them. The panel also reacts to Arsenal’s big win over Real Madrid, with Declan Rice putting in a standout performance. Gary thinks football’s becoming a bit too robotic - has the game lost some of its spark? Plus, there's a great debate around Kevin De Bruyne’s legacy and how it stacks up against Mo Salah’s. Chris Foy joins the team to talk about the importance of CPR training, with the goal of getting over 340,000 people educated by the end of the year. And finally, Super 6 makes its return, with some bold predictions that shake things up.This show is sponsored by Trainline. With Trainline, you won't score cheaper same-day tickets anywhere else, or we'll refund the difference! Book now at https://www.thetrainline.comThis episode is brought to you by Huel. Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://www.huel.com/theoverlapThis show is brought to you by Peloton. Find your push. Find your power with Peloton at https://onepeloton.com Over 270,000 fans have learnt CPR as part of the Sky Bet Every Minute Matters Campaign in partnership with the British Heart Foundation, play your part and click the link to learn CPR for free in 15 minutes https://revivr.bhf.org.uk/efl?utm_campaign=skybettemm~d24-179&utm_medium=display&utm_source=EFLClubPR&utm_content=EFLClubPR&utm_term=

In today’s episode of Stick to Football brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary, Roy, Jill, Jamie and Ian are joined by darts prodigy and World Champion Luke Littler. Luke shares insights into his career, his inspirations, and what it takes to thrive under pressure. The gang also dive back into arguments about England's golden generation, their experiences with young players, and the evolving strategy in sports like darts and snooker - before finishing with a five-on-one clash against Luke (on the darts board, of course)!This show is sponsored by Trainline. With Trainline, you won't score cheaper same-day tickets anywhere else, or we'll refund the difference! Book now at https://www.thetrainline.comThis episode is brought to you by Huel. Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://www.huel.com/theoverlap

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky BetThis week, Jamie Carragher returns to join Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Jill Scott, and Ian Wright - as we celebrate winning Best YouTube Channel at the Sports Journalism Awards. Your support has been incredible, and we couldn’t have done it without you! Jamie shares what he’s been up to, including a trip to Malta to watch his son represent the national team. The team then turn their attention to one of the biggest potential transfer deals of the coming months: Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid. Jamie shares his thoughts on what it would mean for Trent’s legacy at Anfield, while Gary questions whether a switch to La Liga would suit TAA's style of play. The team discuss the start of Thomas Tuchel’s tenure as England manager. Who has impressed and who has struggled in his first two games in charge? One of the biggest concerns remains Phil Foden, with so much talent, what does it take to unlock his full potential in an England shirt? We also welcome Roy’s daughter, Caragh, who's made a new cereal brand - designed to support an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. Check out SUPERKEEN here - https://superkeenfoods.com/ This episode is brought to you by Huel.Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://www.huel.com/theoverlap00:00 - Intro10:19 - SUPERKEEN Cereal19:57 - Trent Alexander-Arnold45:14 - Liverpool's Future Without Key Players52:09 - England53:59 - Phil Foden01:00:41 - Reflecting on the Golden Generation

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet!England and Arsenal's Sol Campbell joins Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Jill Scott, Wayne Rooney and Ian Wright for an honest conversation about his unique career.The panel hear about Sol’s early days at Tottenham Hotspur, the challenges he faced breaking through as a young player, and the controversies surrounding his highly publicised and shocking move to Arsenal. Sol opens up about becoming one of the best defenders in the world, winning titles, and playing a key role in Arsène Wenger’s iconic Invincibles team.They also discuss what it takes to be a leader in football, the intense rivalries that defined an era, and how Sol dealt with media pressure throughout his career on and off the pitch.This episode is brought to you by Huel.Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://huel.com/theoverlap00:00 Intro02:55 Career Reflections and Challenges06:07 Contract Negotiations With Spurs09:42 Transfer Talks and Decisions14:13 Tottenham to Arsenal: The Controversial Move32:19 The Decision to Leave Tottenham33:42 The Impact of Injuries and Time36:22 The Arsenal Experience41:42 The Invincibles and Rivalries01:00:54 Reflecting on England Career01:07:00 Life After Football

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet!In this jam-packed episode, Gary, Roy, Jill, Ian and Wayne kick things off with a fiery debate on the Carabao Cup Final.Wayne Rooney shares his take on Manchester United’s young strikers and what’s really going wrong at the club. Things heat up as the group react to Liverpool’s European exit at the hands of PSG - and even give Jamie a call!They also discuss the reaction to Gary’s recent interview with Sir Jim Ratcliffe and touch on the new plans for Manchester United’s stadium.Plus - we've got WSL controversy and community questions. From their most memorable football moments to old managers, and the big debate: Ireland or England for food, music and drink ahead of St. Patrick’s Day!This episode is sponsored by LinkedIn. Post your job for free at https://LinkedIn.com/STF. Terms and conditions apply. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/stf and get on your way to being your best self, with 10% off your first month. This episode is brought to you by Huel.Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://huel.com/theoverlap

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet. Gary, Roy, Jill, and Ian sit down with Kasper Schmeichel to dive into the world of goalkeeping and his illustrious career. Kasper shares his experiences from Leicester City's fairytale, the intricacies of modern goalkeeping, and life at Celtic.Kasper also reflects on his relationship with his legendary father, Peter Schmeichel, and the unique atmosphere at Leicester under Claudio Ranieri. This episode is brought to you by Huel.Start every day off strong with Huel – the ultimate meal on the go. New customers get an exclusive offer – plus a free gift at https://huel.com/theoverlap