The Overlap

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Football finance expert Kieran Maguire returns for another Price of Football special, joining Jamie Carragher, Wayne Rooney and some of the biggest fan channels in the country to break down one of the most controversial areas of the modern game.

We begin with an update on Manchester City’s 115 charges, as Kieran explains where things stand and what could happen next, while City fan Luke shares his frustration at how long the case has dragged on.

The focus then shifts to supporters, with rising ticket prices and concerns around the matchday experience. Are clubs turning their backs on fans? Kieran also highlights Aston Villa as the next club potentially at financial risk, and we discuss what that could mean. The debate extends to soaring World Cup ticket prices and the introduction of SCR rules, which could reshape how Premier League clubs operate.

Has money taken over football, and where does the game go from here? Let us know your thoughts in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap.

00:00 Intro
01:31 Man City’s 115 Charges
10:43 PSR to SCR Explained
15:39 Man United’s Champions League Money Problem
20:09 Shot On Target
30:18 The ‘Big Six’ & Do the Rules Favour the Established Clubs
36:09 World Cup Ticket Prices
41:34 Are Clubs Exploiting Loyalty
50:46 Matchday Culture Under Threat
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On this episode of The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary Neville sits down for an exclusive one-to-one with Manchester United legend Edwin van der Sar.

Edwin reflects on why Manchester United still feels like home and reveals the approach he received from the club after retiring about a potential boardroom role. Would he ever return?
The conversation also turns to Ajax, where Edwin played a key role in rebuilding the club. He explains the philosophy behind their success, developing talents like Matthijs de Ligt and Lisandro Martínez, and what it takes to build a winning culture from the top.

We dive into the evolution of goalkeeping, including his work with André Onana and why modern keepers are being asked to do more than ever. He also discusses the next generation and the qualities he looks for in a top goalkeeper.

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Chapters

00:00 Intro
09:15 Why keepers struggle at United
18:59 Golden-era defence & modern goalkeeping
28:42 Recovery After the Health Scare
31:47 From Pitch to Boardroom

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

Jamie Carragher is joined by Wayne Rooney and some of the biggest fan channels in the country for another lively debate.

We start with VAR and refereeing standards after Wayne labels a recent FA Cup call between Aston Villa and Newcastle as “the worst decision he’s ever seen”. Has VAR made referees too reliant, and is it exposing bigger issues in the game?

Attention then turns to a turbulent week at Tottenham following Ange’s recent comments on Stick to Football and the appointment of interim boss Igor Tudor. We also check in on Nottingham Forest under new manager Vitor Pereira. Can he turn things around?

The title race heats up as Manchester City hunt down Arsenal. Will City’s pressure rattle the Gunners, or can Arsenal hold firm?

Chelsea and Manchester United have both enjoyed positive starts under new managers. Is Liam Rosenior facing his first real test, and does Michael Carrick deserve a permanent shot at Old Trafford?

Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap.

00:00 Intro
03:23 Spurs, Ange and Thomas Frank
14:23 Sean Dyche
23:29 Title Race Talk
30:35 Copilot Time Added On Quiz
36:42 Arsenal are being disrespected
49:47 Is Carrick the man for United?
01:08:15 Rory on Rosenior
01:09:10 Haaland vs Drogba
01:17:13 What does success look like for Liverpool this season?
01:29:52 Who should Palace’s next manager?
01:34:42 Final community question: swap 3 Premier League teams-who goes and who comes up?

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Ian Wright puts his former Arsenal teammate to the test with our Quickfire Questions, brought to you by Sky Bet.

From favourite teammates to the biggest derby, will Dennis choose Highbury over the San Siro, and does the North London Derby sit above the rest?

Let us know your answers in the comments and tell us who you’d like to see take on Quickfire Questions next.
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On this exclusive episode of The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, Ian Wright sits down with his former Arsenal teammate Dennis Bergkamp for a special catch up and proper football chat.

The two look back on their time at Arsenal, sharing memories from one of the club’s greatest eras and what life was really like in that dressing room. Dennis also gives his thoughts on the current Arsenal side, the pressure that comes with a title challenge, and how today’s game compares to when he was playing.

They talk through Dennis’ career, from moving to England and working under Arsène Wenger, to the art of finishing, the strikers he admired, and whether he thinks his game would suit modern football.
There’s also a look at international football, the Netherlands team, and the managers who had the biggest impact on his career.

Let us know your favourite Bergkamp moment in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap.

00:00 - Intro
09:48 - Goalscoring
28:38 - Teammates
46:09 - Managers
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