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Welcome to The Overlap.


The biggest names in football, politics, business and world sport share real stories, reflecting on their careers & vulnerabilities.


Plus we’ll have The Fan Debate - with your club's biggest podcasters meeting rival fans to discuss the biggest stories in football.


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Episodes
  • Martin Tyler: The Aguero Goal, Fergie’s Phone Call & A Life in Commentary | The Overlap Fan Debate
    Dec 9 2025

    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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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Arsenal Drop Points, Who’s To Blame At Liverpool & Are United Back? | The Overlap Fan Debate
    Dec 2 2025

    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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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Mike Dean: Refereeing Concerns, Big Manager Battles & That Aguero Goal! | The Overlap Fan Debate
    Nov 18 2025

    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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    59 mins
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