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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In this episode of The Fan Debate brought to you by Sky Bet, Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes are joined by football finance expert Kieran Maguire. We get an update on the ongoing case surrounding Manchester City. If the club is found guilty, what could the future of the Premier League look like? The team debates what a fair punishment would be and how it could reshape the league’s landscape.

The conversation then shifts to Liverpool, as lifelong fan Gareth shares his perspective on Trent Alexander-Arnold’s potential move to Real Madrid. Are Liverpool fans being unfair in their criticism of the transfer?

Manchester United’s midfield also comes under the spotlight, with questions raised about how the club can get the best out of Kobbie Mainoo following his dip in form under Rúben Amorim. What has changed in his performances, and can he rediscover his best form in Amorim's system?

The team also discusses Aston Villa’s balancing act between the Champions League and FA Cup, Arsenal’s ongoing striker dilemma, and who Mikel Arteta should target in the summer transfer window.

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00:00 - Intro

02:48 - Manchester City

16:58 - The Winning Track

21:20 - City Continued

25:27 - Liverpool

26:34 - Trent Alexander-Arnold

31:32  - Everton

35:05 - Arsenal

40:35 - Manchester United

47:10 - Brighton

49:20 - Ipswich Town

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In this episode of the Fan Debate brought to you by Sky Bet, Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes are joined by former Premier League (and current Gladiators!) referee Mark Clattenburg.

The show kicks off with Mark opening up about his role as Referee Consultant at Nottingham Forest, including the backlash that came with that.

We'll hear about player conflicts - including Craig Bellamy and Adam Lallana - as well as his heated relationship with with Jurgen Klopp, plus Jose Mourinho’s charm.

Mark then delves into his controversial refereeing decisions, the impact of VAR and the difficulty of dealing with social media backlash. Plus, we get the reason behind Clattenburg’s tattoos, the highs and lows of his career and officiating major finals.

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00:00 – Intro

01:52 – Mark Clattenburg at Nottingham Forest

07:13 – Referees Declaring Their Football Team

15:06 – Mark Clattenburg’s Role as Referee Consultant at Nottingham Forest

19:00 – Mark Clattenburg’s Journey to Refereeing

22:18 – Mark Clattenburg’s Clash with Craig Bellamy + Adam Lallana

27:17 – The Impact of Social Media on Referees

31:50 – Manchester United’s Mind Games and Jose Mourinho’s Charm

33:11 – Clattenburg’s Clash with Jurgen Klopp

37:08 – Refereeing Bayern Munich v Barcelona in the Champions League

39:51 – Refereeing Mistakes in the Merseyside Derby

43:26 – Champions League Final: Real Madrid v Atletico Madrid

46:53 – Clattenburg’s Tattoos

49:50 – Clattenburg’s Thoughts on VAR

53:06 – Do Referees Have an Agenda Against Certain Clubs?

55:48 – The Best Referee in the Premier League Right Now + Chat on Added Time

01:06:10 – What Rule in Football Would Mark Clattenburg Change?

01:09:07 – Flav Takes on a Tottenham Hotspur Quiz

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In this episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet, Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes headline a lively, action-packed show - starting with Liverpool’s shocker in the Carabao Cup final and Newcastle’s historic first trophy in 70 years. But do Eddie Howe and Dan Burn now deserve statues?

We also break down Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s recent media appearances, including his exclusive chat with Gary Neville on The Overlap, and ask the fans what they really think about Man United’s proposed new stadium.

Rory is worried about Chelsea under Enzo Maresca and if they don’t get UCL will Cole Palmer leave? There’s debate on the end of an era at Goodison Park, growing excitement around Nottingham Forest’s Champions League push, plus questions over Spurs' woeful form under Ange Postecoglou.

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00:00 Intro

00:44 Everton Quiz Challenge

04:01 Carabao Cup Final Reactions

08:40 Liverpool's Performance Analysis

26:21 Arsenal's Season and Future Prospects

30:12 Chelsea's Struggles

39:45 Manchester United's Recent Form

50:31 Manchester City's Rebuild & Charges

57:10 Tottenham's Managerial Dilemma

01:00:38 Nottingham Forest's Champions League Ambitions

01:05:46 Everton's Farewell to Goodison Park

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