Stick to Football

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet! In today’s episode, Nottingham Forest legend Mark Crossley joins the panel to share some incredible stories about his time under the management of Brian Clough. Mark dives into what it was like to work with a legendary manager, recounts his experiences playing alongside Roy Keane and Ian Wright during their spells at Nottingham Forest, and reflects on plenty of unforgettable moments in his career. This episode is packed with football nostalgia and hilarious tales you won’t want to miss.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/theoverlap01:48 Nottingham Forest05:01 Playing Under Brian Clough16:35 Clough Stories19:43 Tough Love and Mind Games23:13 Memorable Stories

In this episode of Stick to Football brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary, Roy, Jill, Ian, and Jamie sit down with football legend Thierry Henry.Henry shares candid insights on his illustrious career, from his early days to his legendary time at Arsenal and Barcelona. He reflects on the challenges and triumphs, including his thoughts on playing different positions and his experiences with managers like Arsène Wenger and Pep Guardiola.Henry also delves into his coaching journey, touching on his roles with Belgium and the strategic insights he has gathered over the years. He also opens up about his personal growth and what the future holds for him - plus his views on the current state of Arsenal.Don't forget to subscribe so you won't miss an episode.Please note: This episode was recorded on 20th May 2025. Events and developments after this date may not be reflected in the discussion.This episode is sponsored 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/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.com00:00 Intro02:18 Tattoo Stories and Meanings04:47 Football Memories and Rivalries10:14 Coaching and Player Development24:17 Premier League Physicality and Training26:40 Dennis Bergkamp28:32 Arsenal vs. Previous Clubs: Evolution and Growth29:49 Challenges at Juventus: From Wingback to Leaving the Club32:28 Proving People Wrong: The Drive to Succeed48:02 Barcelona: Adapting to a New Club and Style56:40 Analysing Barcelona's Pressing Strategy01:02:24 Pep Guardiola's Tactical Innovations01:06:03 The Legacy of Ashley Cole01:08:47 Coaching Philosophies and Influences01:22:01 Challenges and Aspirations in Coaching

The whole gang's together for our final topical Stick to Football episode of the season, brought to you by Sky Bet.Gary, Roy, Jill, Ian, and Jamie debate the best players of the season. There's Europa League Final chat - and the emotional Crystal Palace win in the FA Cup Final. Don't forget to subscribe so you won't miss an episode. 00:00 Intro00:34 - Sheffield United vs Sunderland09:30 - Bruce Springsteen Concert Experience15:09 - Pep Guardiola's Frustrations and Time-Wasting Debate22:26 - Season Awards35:25 - Arsenal's Challenges and Future39:19 - Best Moments of the Year42:57 - Worst Moments of the Year46:58 - Super Six PredictionsThis episode is sponsored 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/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, Ian and Paul Scholes are joined by former Everton and Burnley manager Sean Dyche for a wide-ranging and honest conversation.Dyche opens up about his journey in football, from his early days at Chesterfield and Nottingham Forest to life on the touchline at Burnley and Everton. He shares behind-the-scenes stories about working with players like Ashley Barnes and Scott Arfield and reflects on the unexpected rise of some of his most trusted pros.He gives a frank account of the challenges he faced at Everton, including financial issues, boardroom uncertainty and the impact of the club’s points deduction. Dyche breaks down his straightforward football philosophy, built on fitness, mentality and organisation over modern tactical trends.The conversation turns to the state of British coaching, the dominance of foreign managers in the Premier League and the uphill battle English coaches face when trying to land top jobs.Dyche also gives his take on VAR, diving in the game and how media pressure and fan expectations can shape the lifespan of a manager.The episode wraps up with Dyche looking ahead to the future and reflecting on the biggest lessons from his career in management.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/theoverlapThis episode is sponsored by LinkedIn. Post your job for free at https://LinkedIn.com/STF. Terms and conditions apply.  00:00 Intro04:44 Gardening for Brian Clough06:40 Everton's Struggles and Management Challenges18:56 Everton's Financial and Structural Issues31:51 Goodison Park Memories36:32 The Determination of Players37:39 The Role of a Manager38:41 Future Plans and Opportunities39:31 Challenges in Modern Football41:16 The Philosophy Debate43:29 The Impact of Foreign Managers01:04:22 The Role of VAR01:06:56 Final Thoughts

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=