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

This week, Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes are joined by some of the biggest fan channels in the country, along with football marketing expert Adam, better known on TikTok as @adamthecco, to talk all things sponsorships and adverts in football.

From iconic adverts and legendary shirt sponsors to football’s growing commercial side, the panel debate whether the game has lost its soul and if sponsors are starting to take over. What makes a great football advert, and which brands have truly stood the test of time?

There are plenty of laughs too, with Scholsey’s best ad stories, Carra’s classic moments, and a brand new game of Shot on Target, where the team go head to head with the fans.

What’s your club’s most iconic shirt sponsor of all time?

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00:00 - Intro

03:23 - Evolution of Sports Sponsorship

13:04 - Shot On Target

24:40 - Stadium Naming Rights and Brand Value

26:35 - Commercial Signings and Global Fanbase

29:44 - Marketing Stunts and Fan Reactions

37:36 - Iconic Football Moments and Sponsorships

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Welcome to a special episode of The Overlap, live from Rome at the European Football Clubs (EFC) convention, with a live audience and special guest, former Chelsea, AC Milan and France legend Marcel Desailly.

The team kick things off by discussing club ownership, asking what makes a good owner and what are the biggest challenges they face in the modern game. From there, the conversation turns to football’s biggest issues, including fixture congestion, player welfare, and whether Rodri’s recent injury is a sign that players are now being overworked.

We then look back on Marcel Desailly’s incredible career, from tough Premier League battles with Duncan Ferguson and Alan Shearer to his move from midfield to defence. The World Cup winner also shares his coaching ambitions, thoughts on Financial Fair Play, and how he has seen the tactical side of football evolve over the years.

What is one thing you would change about modern football? Let us know in the comments!

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00:00 Intro

06:41 Debate on Player Rotation and Injuries

17:42 The Evolution of Football Tactics

21:58 Adapting to the English Premier League

26:20 The Financial Dynamics of European Football

30:55 The Debate on Salary Caps in Football

42:01 The Impact of Youth Academies on Modern Football

42:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes return for another episode of The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. This week, our fans dive into all the biggest stories across the Premier League, with strong opinions, plenty of disagreement, and a few laughs along the way.

The discussion begins with Liverpool’s defensive issues under Arne Slot. Have the Reds taken a step back at the back, and could that open the door for Arsenal and Manchester City to take control of the title race? There’s also debate on whether Pep Guardiola’s side have fully recovered from their early-season wobble.

Attention then turns to Chelsea, as Rory and the panel question whether Enzo Maresca’s players are letting him down, and whether the club’s disciplinary record is a sign of deeper problems.

Spurs fan Flav discusses life under Thomas Frank, takeover talk, and whether optimism is finally returning to North London.

Ellie gives the Nottingham Forest view as Postecoglou’s tough start continues, while Adam McKola and Paul Scholes tackle Manchester United’s struggles under Ruben Amorim, asking whether the manager still has the belief to turn things around.

The debate wraps up with Everton’s resurgence under David Moyes, and what Toffees fans make of their progress and new stadium.

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Welcome back to another episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet.

Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes are joined by some of the biggest fan channels across the country to talk all things football, in this episode the fans share their biggest hot takes in the game today!

Each hot take brings new talking points and heated debates, with Rory Jennings bringing diving and its morales into the forefront, is diving really cheating or is it now just apart of the game?

Adam brings up Manchester United’s recent signings, with one name being labelled as one of their worst!

We also touch on the Premier League’s officiating standards and the landscape of football transfers now Fabrizio Romano and other journalists have took over the transfer window!

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Welcome back to the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet, it is our Deadline Day special and with that comes fireworks.

Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes are joined by some of the biggest fan channels in the country to discuss what could be the most chaotic transfer window ever, from huge Deadline Day moves to clubs making panic buys. We also dive into the latest VAR controversy that has fans talking once again.

At Liverpool, Alexander Isak finally gets his move. And with Dominik Szoboszlai impressing vs Arsenal, is he shaping up to be the perfect right-back replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold?

We also look at Manchester United’s troubled start to the season, and whether Gianluigi Donnarumma’s move to Man City really makes sense in Pep’s system.

Elsewhere, Spurs come off the back of a defeat to Bournemouth, but can Thomas Frank’s side still deliver a strong season? And with the window closing, how do West Ham and Brighton see their campaigns shaping up?

How do you feel about your side coming out of the transfer window? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

00:00 Intro

01:17 Debate on VAR and Officiating

06:17 Liverpool vs Arsenal Analysis

29:57 Arsenal's Missed Opportunities

32:15 Manchester United's Struggles

35:43 Manchester City's Challenges and Pep Guardiola's Future

01:01:57 Chelsea's Ambitions and Transfer Market Strategy

01:07:02 Tottenham and Newcastle's Season Expectations

01:18:37 Have West Ham turned a corner?

1:23:10 Brighton's transfer strategy success

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On this episode of The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, we are hosted at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium by Daniel Levy ahead of his 25th year as club chairman. He takes us on an in-depth tour, showcasing the stadium’s unique features while discussing the club’s key decisions, commitment to financial, and future footballing ambitions.

Levy opens up about the challenges of running a Premier League club, the impact of recent regulatory changes, and his perspective on the current state and future of football. With recent managerial changes at Spurs, he explains why the club parted ways with Ange Postecoglou and chose to appoint Thomas Frank.

From a Europa League triumph to the club’s meticulous long-term planning, Levy shares his vision after 25 years at the helm.

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The Premier League is almost here and Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes are back with Part 2 of our Fan Debate brought to you by Sky Bet and this one gets lively.

We kick things off with Manchester City as fans discuss Pep Guardiola’s trophyless season and the latest on the 115 charges hanging over the club. Over at Manchester United, can Ruben Amorim start to kick on at Old Trafford? And with striker Benjamin Sesko on the way, United fans are asking the big question: are we back?

Then it’s on to Tottenham Hotspur who have replaced Ange Postecoglou with Thomas Frank while club legend Son Heung-min heads to MLS, where does Son rank amongst the Spurs greats, and is his legacy greater of Harry Kane’s?

We also check in with Leeds, Everton and Brentford from Everton’s move to their new stadium to Brentford’s squad being raided to Leeds’ hopes of surviving their Premier League return.

Finally we head to the North East for the return of the Tyne-Wear Derby as Newcastle face uncertainty over Alexander Isak’s future and Sunderland enjoy their first top-flight season in eight years.

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Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes return alongside our Premier League fans to kick off the 2025/26 season preview, brought to you by Sky Bet.

If your club isn’t featured, don’t worry, part two of our season preview drops later this week.

We open with a heartfelt tribute to Diogo Jota and André Silva, led by Liverpool fan Gareth and Jamie Carragher.

Then we look at Liverpool’s £300m summer signings, Arsenal’s big-money striker Viktor Gyokeres, and whether Chelsea can go all the way under Maresca, all with the help of journalist Martin Ziegler, who joins us in the studio.

We then look at Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest and the Europa League controversy around the ongoing appeal.

Are West Ham fan “the worst run in the Premier League,” and Aston Villa and Burnley supporters reveal their hopes for the season ahead.

As always, drop a comment and let us know your season predictions.

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The Fan Debate has delivered everything we love about football: passionate opinions, proper arguments, brilliant guests and a fair bit of chaos along the way.

From heated debates and hilarious moments to some wild takes on the modern game, nothing has been off the table. We’ve talked ticket prices, rule changes and the future of football, and had a few viral moments too!

Here are the best bits so far. Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Fan Debate last season. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. We’ll see you again at the start of August!

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From David Beckham to Tyson Fury, some huge names have taken on Gary Neville’s Quickfire Questions, brought to you by Sky Bet.

We’ve had big laughs, honest answers and some brilliant moments, from Roy’s favourite away ground to Beckham’s favourite haircut, and of course, the classic Messi vs Ronaldo debate.

Here are the best bits from Quickfire Questions so far!

Featured Interviews include:

Roy Keane

David Beckham

Tyson Fury

Ruud van Nistelrooy

Wayne Rooney

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Exclusive Interviews are back! In this episode, brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary Neville sits down with Manchester United legend Nemanja Vidić to reflect on the highs, lows, and turning points of his incredible career.

Vidić opens up about the early stages of his journey, including near-moves to Liverpool and Aston Villa, before a call from Sir Alex Ferguson changed everything. He shares how he overcame a tough start at Old Trafford to become one of the club’s greatest ever defenders.

The chat also covers playing alongside some of the greats, lifting the Champions League in 2008, and where David Moyes went wrong during his time in Manchester.

If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to like, share, and drop your thoughts in the comments. And hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!

00:00 Introduction and Soccer Aid

03:41 Vidic life after football

15:01 Joining Manchester United

21:54 Struggles and Self-Doubt

23:14 Settling into the Team

23:26 Premier League Challenges

23:48 Early Impressions of United

24:59 Reflecting on the 2006-07 Season

25:41 Building a Partnership with Rio

30:46 Champions League Finals

36:45 Transition to David Moyes

40:51 Post-Ferguson Era

43:56 Vidic’s PFA awards

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It’s time for Man Utd legend Nemanja Vidić to take on Gary’s Quickfire Questions, brought to you by Sky Bet.

We ask Nemanja about his incredible career at Manchester United, from playing alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney to stepping up in some of football’s biggest derby matches. Plus, we'll get his TV box set tips, and how far he thinks his son Luka could go in the game.

The full interview drops next week, so hit subscribe and you won’t miss it!

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We've got a special treat for you this week: Cricket legend Freddie Flintoff joins Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, David Lloyd and Phil Tufnell for an unforgettable episode of our new show Stick to Cricket! 🏏🔥

Freddie opens up about his emotional journey through the game - from fighting just to play cricket as a kid to nearly joining the WWE after retirement.

He reflects on life after cricket, including his love for coaching, stepping into the boxing ring, and finding enjoyment beyond the pitch.

Plus: hear why he still misses cricket, what motivates him today, and the hilarious story behind how close he really came to becoming a wrestling superstar!

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In this episode of The Overlap Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet, Paul Scholes and Jamie Carragher are joined by football fans from across the country, including Simon Rix, Leeds United supporter and bassist of the Kaiser Chiefs.

We kick off by looking ahead to the Club World Cup and the early transfer window. The conversation then turns to what each club needs for the season ahead.

How will Ruben Amorim handle his first transfer window, and how big a task does he face? What’s missing at Liverpool, and who should they target in the market? Will Aston Villa be able to keep hold of Emi Martinez and Ollie Watkins this summer? And how will Champions League money shape Tottenham’s plans?

The fans also weigh in on which players they would love to see back at their clubs, while Georgia and Greg put Jamie and Paul on the spot with their pre-season questions.

Finally, a huge thank you to everyone who’s joined us for the Fan Debate over the past 10 months. We’ll see you again ahead of the 2025/26 season. Let us know who you’d like to see join us on the show.

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In the latest episode of The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet, Paul Scholes and Jamie Carragher are joined by our fans to reflect on the 2024/25 season.

The episode opens with Liverpool fan Gareth, looking back on the club’s parade and the tragic incident that unfolded later that day in the city centre.

The Europa League final is next on the agenda, with Spurs fan Flav facing Jamie for the first time since making his bold prediction. Chelsea supporter Rory Jennings weighs in on his online clash with James Maddison and celebrates Chelsea’s Europa Conference League triumph.

Adam McKola joins Paul Scholes to unpack what many describe as Manchester United’s worst Premier League season. Plus, could Bruno Fernandes be on his way out? 

The panel also discuss Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest - and how missing out on Champions League football could affect them both.

Man City fan Luke shared his view on where the team fell short and what changes are needed in the transfer window. 

Arsenal fan Georgia gives her thoughts on the club’s current transfer plans and the next steps for Mikel Arteta’s side.

Finally both Paul and Jamie have their say on the upcoming Champions League Final between Inter Milan and PSG and who they think will come out on the top.

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00:00 - Intro

00:51 - Liverpool

09:07 - Europa League Final Reaction

33:43 - Manchester United & Bruno Fernandez

39:36 - Chelsea's European Success

40:36 - Managerial Performance and Team Resilience

50:48 - Aston Villa's European Journey

58:28 - Manchester City's Season and Future

01:05:31 - Arsenal's Season Review

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Jamie Carragher, Paul Scholes, and the returning Gary Neville are back with another unmissable episode of The Overlap Fan Debate brought to you by Sky Bet.

We are joined by passionate fans from across the country, plus financial expert Kieran Maguire and George Elek from the Not Top Twenty Podcast. We dive into the biggest talking points in football finance right now including financial distribution and sustainability in the game as well as the issue of ticket pricing.

We look at the new Premier League TV deal and its impact on clubs’ revenues, as well as football community concerns, including the commercialisation of football and its effect on loyal supporters.

Finally, we get an insider view on the ownership and management changes at Salford City, discussing the challenges and ambitions of making the club financially sustainable.

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Jamie Carragher, Paul Scholes and the returning Gary Neville are back with another unmissable episode of The Overlap Fan Debate brought to you by Sky Bet.

We kick things off with Liverpool fan Gareth who gives us his take on the reaction to Trent Alexander-Arnold's appearance ahead of his rumoured move to Real Madrid. Were there boos from the home crowd? Is the fanbase divided over Trent’s decision?

We then shift focus to Wembley and the upcoming FA Cup Final. Palace fan Dan (HLTCO) and City fan Luke join the debate as we ask whether Crystal Palace should be confident heading into the showdown or if Pep Guardiola’s City side will once again dominate under the arch.

Finally we tackle the Europa League Final between Manchester United and Spurs. Who needs this more? Gary has some strong words about Rúben Amorim United’s direction and what’s at stake if they fail to qualify for the Champions League.

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00:00 - Intro

02:00 - Liverpool

18:09 - On The Winning Track with Trainline

24:50 - Arsenal

36:56 - Palace vs Man City FA Cup Final

45:33 - Manchester United's Season

48:56 - Spurs vs United Europa League Final

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Welcome to 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 talk all things strikers past and present!

Wayne looks back on the toughest defenders he faced during his career, including legends like John Terry and Paolo Maldini. Meanwhile, Jamie reflects on his own battles with top forwards, including what it was like to face Didier Drogba.

The debate turns to the Premier League’s greatest ever striker. Spurs fan Flav argues that Harry Kane deserves more recognition, sparking a lively discussion among the panel.

Wayne also shares how the role of the striker has changed over the years, from his early days at Everton to leading the line for Manchester United. He also offers insight into how he now helps strikers develop as a manager, and what he looks for when signing new forwards.

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In this episode, Jamie Carragher is joined by Wayne Rooney and some of the biggest fan channels in the country.

With the Premier League title potentially in Liverpool’s hands this weekend, we explore how significant the achievement would be for the Reds - and what signings they might need to stay at the top in the coming seasons. The excitement continues with two major FA Cup semi-finals on the horizon. Nottingham Forest fan Greg shares his thoughts on how important the FA Cup is for their season, despite the club being in a strong position to qualify for the Champions League. Wayne Rooney weighs in, arguing that the FA Cup holds just as much importance as the Premier League and Champions League.

Manchester United remain in the hunt for silverware. Can they go all the way, or will Tottenham stand in their path - and set-up an all-English final? With Wolves striker Matheus Cunha heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford, could a Europa League win help bring the Brazilian to Manchester?

As the season draws to a close, Everton prepare to bid farewell to Goodison Park. Everton fan Baz joins Wayne and Jamie to reflect on their favourite memories at the ground.

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00:00 Intro

00:49 Wayne Rooney Intro

01:39 Liverpool's Title Hopes and Celebrations

11:40 Tottenham's Europa League Journey

22:36 Trainline Mystery Footballer Game

29:26 Kevin De Bruyne's Legacy

34:48 Debating the Best Midfield Lineup

35:32 FA Cup vs. Champions League: Which is More Important?

36:56 The Significance of Winning the FA Cup

44:19 Wolves' Managerial Success and Future Prospects

01:00:18 Everton's Future and Stadium Sentiments

01:10:01 Most Annoying Fans: A Heated Discussion!

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Welcome to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet! In this episode, Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes reflect on their journeys into punditry.

Scholes discusses his unexpected entry into the industry, while Carragher explains why he prefers the high-pressure environment of co-commentary over studio analysis. The duo also talks about the criticisms they've faced along the way, and reveal their on-air regrets!

The pair also touch on the impact of social media and how they deal with online backlash. Plus, find out why Jamie never went into coaching - despite giving it a try towards the end of his playing career.

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00:00 Promo

00:56 Transition From Player to Pundit

05:50 Is there a bias when Co-Commentating your team?

10:12 Player Reactions and Backlash

17:30 Do Jamie and Paul Have Any Regrets?

22:26 Advice for Retiring Players

27:47 How Have Things Changed Since Jamie and Paul Played?

29:28 Challenges for Female Commentators

30:59 Handling Criticism in Punditry

32:20 Insight into Dressing Room Reactions

35:00 The Importance of Detailed Analysis

38:31 Preparation for Monday Night Football

41:42 Why Jamie Didn't Pursue Coaching

43:23 Dealing with Media Misrepresentation

50:43 Balancing Tough Interviews

52:09 Favourite Snacks During Punditry

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