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

We start with the biggest talking point as Paul Scholes is challenged on his criticism of Lisandro Martínez, sparking a heated debate about pundit responsibility and whether players are judged too harshly.

The focus then shifts to the title race as Arsenal continue to fly and Manchester City look to close the gap. Arsenal fan Matt backs his side’s chances and makes the case for Declan Rice as a Ballon d’Or contender, while questions are also asked about Pep Guardiola and City’s tough January.

We also look at Manchester United, where Michael Carrick is in the spotlight, and debate whether he could earn a permanent role, plus where Bruno Fernandes ranks among the club’s greats.

Elsewhere, managerial pressure builds across the league with Chelsea, Spurs, Palace and West Ham all under discussion as fans give their views.

Are pundits too harsh on players? 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

11:29 Arsenal are now title favourites

25:07 Manchester City's Recent Struggles

31:17 Carrick’s instant impact

40:03 Is Bruno Fernandes in United’s top 10 players of all time?

43:25 Rory’s Rosenior Rant

59:58 Thomas Frank and Spurs’ issues

01:08:05 Liverpool and Arne Slot

01:22:43 Crystal Palace and Glasner

01:26:50 West Ham's Relegation

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The Transfer Window is open - so who should your club be signing?

We're joined by Patrick Montgomery - Liverpool's former Head of Scouting - to go through some of the biggest deals in the pipeline in January.

Don't forget you can watch the best tactical discussion and transfer talk every week on The Overlap Breakdown on YouTube.

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Get ready for the ultimate crossover as two podcasts collide in our biggest and best Overlap Quiz yet brought to you by Arne!

This year, it's the stars of Stick to Football Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ian Wright, Jill Scott, and Jamie Carragher facing off against The Good, The Bad, and The Football team of Paddy McGuinness, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, Ella Toone, and Shaun Wright-Phillips. All hosted by the fantastic Iain Stirling!

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00:00 Intro

07:55 - General Football Knowledge

43:04 - Observation Round

59:16 - Football Pictionary

01:06:23 - Pull-up Challenge

01:11:34 - Final Round

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On this Overlap Exclusive, brought to you by Sky Bet, we sit down with Micky van de Ven for an open conversation about his journey in football and life at Tottenham Hotspur.

Van de Ven looks back at where it all began, breaking into the game before earning a move to Wolfsburg, where his performances in the Bundesliga put him on the radar of Europe’s biggest clubs.

He then reflects on his move to Tottenham, joining under Ange Postecoglou and being part of a side that went on to lift the Europa League. Micky opens up on what that period meant to him, how he felt when Ange was dismissed, and how the squad responded to change.

The conversation turns to the present day, as he discusses life under Thomas Frank, the challenges of the current season and what the manager has brought to the group.

Finally, Micky looks ahead to the future, sharing his ambitions with the Netherlands as the countdown begins towards the World Cup next year.

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00:00 Intro

06:00 Early Football Memories

11:40 Playing Under Ange Postecoglou and Thomas Frank

21:19 Ange Postecoglou Sacking

22:35 Wolfsburg Career

30:00 Struggles and Growth at Wolfsburg

36:20 Joining Tottenham and Ambitions

41:20 Premier League Challenges and Future Goals

48:47 World Cup Hopes

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

This week, legendary commentator Martin Tyler joins Jamie Carragher and some of the biggest fan channels in the country to look back on a career unlike any other, filled with unforgettable stories and iconic football moments.

We begin with the moment that defined an era: “AGUEROOOOOO!” Martin breaks down the most famous line of commentary in Premier League history, how it happened in real time and what the reaction has been ever since.

Martin also reflects on the phone call he once received from Sir Alex Ferguson, shares the lessons he learned throughout his journey in broadcasting and speaks passionately about his love for the game that shaped his life.

What do you think is the greatest commentary line of all time?

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00:00 Intro

02:32 The Aguero Goal & Career Highlights

21:15 Shot on Target

28:24 Commentary Styles and Techniques

31:18 Challenges of Commentary

43:33 Iconic Moments

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

Jamie Carragher is joined by some of the biggest fan channels in the country to break down the biggest talking points in the Premier League right now.

We start with the 1–1 draw between Chelsea and Arsenal. What does it mean for the title race and what did we learn about both sides? We also look at Declan Rice and where he ranks among the world’s best midfielders.

That result opens the door for Manchester City, who continue to hunt Arsenal down. Can Pep’s side catch them, and will their famous second half of the season surge prove decisive again?

We also check in with Aston Villa and Sunderland after their impressive starts and ask just how far both teams can go this season. Meanwhile, Newcastle and Fulham have had mixed results, can either find consistency and push up the table?

Despite beating West Ham, questions continue to follow Liverpool and Arne Slot. After a heavy summer spend, why are the same problems still showing and is the investment paying off?

Manchester United also get discussed after a big win at Selhurst Park. Is Ruben Amorim finally finding rhythm after a shaky start, and can United now put a run of results together?

If you had to give your team a score out of 10 for their season so far, what would you choose? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap.

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0:00 Intro

04:30 Arsenal Season So Far

14:31 Chelsea's Resurgence

22:42 Title Race

29:34 Man City's Case

31:54 Aston Villa's Turnaround

41:40 Sunderland's Surprise Campaign

52:11 Marco Silva's Future

56:44 Liverpool's Form

01:15:04 Good And Bad Of Man Utd

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

This week, Jamie Carragher and Wayne Rooney are joined by former Premier League referee Mike Dean for an honest look inside the world of officiating. Mike lifts the lid on what referees really deal with, from managers who were the hardest to handle to how criticism affects officials from one game to the next.

We also break down Rooney’s issues with the modern refereeing standard, the pressure VAR puts on officials, and whether players influence refs more than people think. Mike also reflects on iconic moments from his career, including the unforgettable Aguero title-winning goal.

Which rule in football would you change first?

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00:00 Intro

03:12 The Evolution of Refereeing

15:58 Managing Referees and Players

31:52 Yellow Cards and Game Management

34:17 Referee Bias and Fan Perception

36:43 Crazy Games and Memorable Moments

37:47 Referee Relationships with Managers

40:19 Challenges with VAR and Refereeing

44:20 Referee Numbers and Quality Concerns

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Welcome back to The 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 discuss the biggest stories in football right now.

After Manchester City’s win over Liverpool, Pep’s side close in on Arsenal, who dropped points against in-form Sunderland. Should the Gunners be worried as City hit top gear in the title race?

Liverpool come under fire, with questions over Arne Slot’s tactics and whether the title race is slipping away. Liverpool fan Gareth also responds to Roy Keane’s comments about Anfield’s reaction to Trent Alexander-Arnold.

At Manchester United, Ruben Amorim’s side are showing real signs of progress as they look to build momentum at Old Trafford.

We’re also joined by Karel, the HMRC of Football, who gives his take on Chelsea’s turbulent start to the season, as well as hearing from fans of Bournemouth, Spurs and Wolves.

Can Man City catch Arsenal, or will Arteta’s side hold firm? Let us know your predictions in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe to The Overlap!

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