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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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  • Micky Van de Ven: Spurs’ Season So Far, Ange vs Frank & Toughest Opponents | The Overlap Exclusive
    Dec 16 2025

    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.


    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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    54 mins
  • 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?


    Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode- and please leave a review to help others find us too. Thanks!


    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
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