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Pep In Pursuit of Arsenal, Slot’s Struggles & Man United's Revival | The Overlap Fan Debate

Season 1, Ep. 35

Welcome back to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet.

In this episode, Jamie Carragher is joined by Wayne Rooney and some of the biggest fan channels in the country to discuss the biggest stories in football right now.


After Manchester City’s win over Liverpool, Pep’s side close in on Arsenal, who dropped points against in-form Sunderland. Should the Gunners be worried as City hit top gear in the title race?


Liverpool come under fire, with questions over Arne Slot’s tactics and whether the title race is slipping away. Liverpool fan Gareth also responds to Roy Keane’s comments about Anfield’s reaction to Trent Alexander-Arnold.


At Manchester United, Ruben Amorim’s side are showing real signs of progress as they look to build momentum at Old Trafford.


We’re also joined by Karel, the HMRC of Football, who gives his take on Chelsea’s turbulent start to the season, as well as hearing from fans of Bournemouth, Spurs and Wolves.


Can Man City catch Arsenal, or will Arteta’s side hold firm? Let us know your predictions in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe to The Overlap!

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