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This week, music royalty joins the panel as The Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr sits down with Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright.

From his early days with The Smiths to the chaos of managing the band at just 23, Johnny reflects on the highs, lows and lasting impact of one of Britain’s most iconic groups, and how close they really are to a reunion.

We also hear about Johnny’s deep love for Manchester, growing up in the city, and how football culture shaped his life. He opens up about his support for Manchester City, his friendship with Roy Keane, and the surprising crossover between the football and music worlds. Plus, we get into Bond soundtracks, favourite guitarists, and what it takes to stay grounded after decades in the spotlight.

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00:00 - Intro

03:13 - Writing music

07:27 - Similarities between football and music

16:06 - The Smiths

23:06 - Working on James Bond with Hans Zimmer

27:21 - Will The Smiths ever return?

32:11 - Growing up with music and football

40:37 - Family life

43:41 - Overcoming the ‘rockstar lifestyle’

51:20 - Johnny’s Favourite guitarists

53:25 - Friendship with Roy

54:13 - Manchester City

59:46 - What’s next?

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On this episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Jamie Carragher, Jill Scott, Ian Wright and Paul Scholes get stuck into a load of cracking questions from the fans.

The gang debate the best player-managers ever, pick their favourite sports outside of football and share some brilliant stories from their playing days.

There's chat about whether midfielders are actually smarter than defenders, what the toughest part of football really is and which TV shows don't get enough love (brace yourself for Gary's choice!).

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00:00 Intro

00:32 Greatest Combined Player-Manager Debate

07:20 Ranking Popular Sports

13:03 Must-Watch Films and Albums

18:41 Underrated TV Shows

19:42 Nostalgic TV Shows and Memories

20:16 Favorite TV Shows and Characters

22:23 Top Five Goals Discussion

26:33 Worst Refereeing Decisions

28:32 Intelligence in Football Positions

32:44 Training Ground Bust-Ups

37:43 Lighthearted Questions and Reflections

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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.

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01:48 Nottingham Forest

05:01 Playing Under Brian Clough

16:35 Clough Stories

19:43 Tough Love and Mind Games

23:13 Memorable Stories

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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.

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Please note: This episode was recorded on 20th May 2025. Events and developments after this date may not be reflected in the discussion.

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00:00 Intro

02:18 Tattoo Stories and Meanings

04:47 Football Memories and Rivalries

10:14 Coaching and Player Development

24:17 Premier League Physicality and Training

26:40 Dennis Bergkamp

28:32 Arsenal vs. Previous Clubs: Evolution and Growth

29:49 Challenges at Juventus: From Wingback to Leaving the Club

32:28 Proving People Wrong: The Drive to Succeed

48:02 Barcelona: Adapting to a New Club and Style

56:40 Analysing Barcelona's Pressing Strategy

01:02:24 Pep Guardiola's Tactical Innovations

01:06:03 The Legacy of Ashley Cole

01:08:47 Coaching Philosophies and Influences

01:22:01 Challenges and Aspirations in Coaching

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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.

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00:00 Intro

00:34 - Sheffield United vs Sunderland

09:30 - Bruce Springsteen Concert Experience

15:09 - Pep Guardiola's Frustrations and Time-Wasting Debate

22:26 - Season Awards

35:25 - Arsenal's Challenges and Future

39:19 - Best Moments of the Year

42:57 - Worst Moments of the Year

46:58 - Super Six Predictions

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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.

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00:00 Intro

04:44 Gardening for Brian Clough

06:40 Everton's Struggles and Management Challenges

18:56 Everton's Financial and Structural Issues

31:51 Goodison Park Memories

36:32 The Determination of Players

37:39 The Role of a Manager

38:41 Future Plans and Opportunities

39:31 Challenges in Modern Football

41:16 The Philosophy Debate

43:29 The Impact of Foreign Managers

01:04:22 The Role of VAR

01:06:56 Final Thoughts

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Welcome to another episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet with Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Jill Scott, Ian Wright and Paul Scholes.

The panel discuss Arsenal’s Champions League and Premier League campaign and whether their results this season signal progress or a step backwards.

They also debate Manchester United’s Europa League hopes and whether lifting the trophy would still mean a disappointing season.

There is high praise for Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, with talk of him potentially being the best teenage talent the game has ever seen.

Following Trent Alexander-Arnold’s heartfelt message to Liverpool fans confirming his departure at the end of the season, the team weighs up whether a move to Real Madrid would be the right step.

Plus, the return of Super 6 and answers to your community questions. As always, have your say in the comments and drop a like if you enjoyed this week’s episode!

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00:00 Intro

03:48 Football Preseason Stories

04:58 Beckham's Party

06:03 United's Performance and Critique

10:05 Champions League

27:03 Yamal Best Teenage Player Ever?

34:36 Discussing Game Tactics and Strategies

35:22 Excitement for Upcoming Matches

35:50 Reflecting on Past Performances

36:30 Arsenal This Season

39:32 Trent Alexander-Arnold's Move to Real Madrid

44:01 Analysing Liverpool's Future Without Trent

51:35 Super Six Predictions

01:00:23 Community Questions

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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.

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