What really happened when Newcastle United made a bid for Wayne Rooney? Who were the most influential captains our lads ever played under? Alan has agreed to the bet, but what would it take for him to appear on MOTD in his pants?
Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss one of the best sporting arenas in the world.
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Newcastle’s Bid For Rooney, Captain Fantastic & Alan In His Pants

Join Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards for a new podcast bringing strong opinions on all the latest stories from the world of football.
Hosted by three men who’ve been there and done it at the highest level of the game, The Rest is Football combines topical debate with outrageous tales from their careers.
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Why was Kasper not at Jamie Vardy’s house to watch Leicester win the Premier League? What impact did being one of the first on the scene at the helicopter crash that killed Leicester owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha have on his life? How did growing up with the likes of Eric Cantona, Steve Bruce and his father Peter give him a burning desire to succeed that was unmatched by his peers?

Gary is joined by Premier League and FA Cup winner Kasper Schmeichel to discuss his incredible life in football so far and how Denmark are planning to stop England at the Euros. 

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Kasper Schmeichel: Miracles, Tragedy & Desire

Who makes it into Gary and Alan’s team of the season? Who was the ‘Rookie of the Year’? Who was the surprise package of this season?

After the conclusion of the 2023/24 Premier League season, Gary and Alan pick the winners of the hugely prestigious The Rest Is Football awards. 

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End Of Season Awards

How much longer will Pep Guardiola stay at Man City? Will Phil Foden end his career as one of the all-time Premier League greats? What do Arsenal need to do to improve yet again next season?

Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss Jurgen Klopp and the legacy he leaves at Liverpool.

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Man City Make History, Philip F****** Foden & Klopp’s Farewell

With clubs now set to vote on VAR for next year, should it be scrapped completely? What chance do Arsenal have of winning the league on the final day? Who will claim the final European places for next season?

Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the mentality of the players and fans at Spurs after a bizarre week for the club. 

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Should PL Clubs Scrap VAR? Arsenal’s 1% Chance Of Winning The League & The Battle For Europe

Should we bring back the tradition of England squads releasing a song before the Euros and World Cup? How do national teams keep themselves amused when they’re away for five or six weeks at major tournaments? Why did Micah’s shower routine have Gary and Alan in fits of giggles?

Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss how they would have got on playing in each other’s positions.

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Newcastle’s Bid For Rooney, Captain Fantastic & Alan In His Pants

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