The Good, The Bad & The Football

Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt and Paddy McGuinness are back together on the latest episode of The Good, The Bad & The Football.The lads dig into Arsenal’s wobble after they suffered back-to-back defeats for the first time this season, with the latest coming in their FA Cup exit at Southampton. They discuss just how hard it is to stop a losing run once it starts and whether Arsenal’s lack of match-winners could cost them in the title race. There's a surprise admission from Scholesy about who he hopes wins the league and he makes a bold call on the one player he believes simply MUST be in the England squad for the men's World Cup. Meanwhile, the number of Arsenal players who withdrew from their national teams during the international break sparks memories for Nicky of the time he tried to pull his own hamstring to avoid a call-up.Liverpool’s heavy 4-0 defeat at Man City comes under the microscope too, with Paul arguing the squad has lost too many of its unsung heroes who did the dirty work, and questioning whether the current group are letting the manager down. Nicky doesn’t hold back either, taking aim at Virgil van Dijk’s post-match comments about the team giving up at the Etihad and asking whether the mentality is where it needs to be. The lads also debate whether Liverpool missed a trick by not signing Marc Guehi and whether a huge result against PSG could still flip the narrative, or if things could go from bad to worse for Arne Slot. And if that happens, could it mean a return for Steven Gerrard?Paul and Nicky also turn their attention to the summer ahead for Manchester United, firstly arguing whether Michael Carrick should keep the head coach job full-time and secondly, picking which players they would keep and who they would move on in the summer. And because it wouldn’t be The Good, The Bad & The Football without some weird and wonderful stories, we find out why Nicky fell out with a staff member at his local bakery and Paddy recalls a truly unfortunate incident at a urinal while filming Take Me Out.If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected] The Good, The Bad & The Football:YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpodInstagram: @goodbadfootballpodX/Twitter: @goodbadftblpodTikTok: goodbadfootballpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpodEnter for the chance to win tickets to see Arsenal v Sporting or Liverpool v PSG: www.thatprizeguy.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Nolan steps into the hot seat alongside Nicky Butt and Paddy McGuinness for the latest The Good, The Bad & The Football. Kevin and Nicky take a deep dive into Newcastle’s infamous 2009 relegation, with Kevin revealing the key mistake Alan Shearer made during his short spell in charge. He also shares a remarkable behind-the-scenes moment from pre-season after the drop, recalling a brutal defeat at Leyton Orient that led to a team meeting where he asked who wanted to leave and several team-mates put their hands up. The lads draw striking parallels between that Newcastle side and Tottenham’s struggles this season, with Kevin making a strong case for why Ange Postecoglou should be brought back to steady the ship. There’s also sympathy from Nicky for Igor Tudor, while Kevin questions Spurs’ lack of diligence in appointing him and his staff. There are more brilliant Newcastle stories too, as Kevin and Nicky reflect on the chaotic reign of Joe Kinnear, while Kevin reveals why Andy Carroll was initially reluctant to join Liverpool. Nicky opens up on why winning promotion meant so much to him, and how a press story damaged his relationship with the Newcastle fans. Kevin also shares how his move to West Ham United came about - leading to an argument with his wife while on holiday - before reminiscing about his time under Sam Allardyce at Bolton Wanderers, including the moment Sam revealed he was off to Newcastle. He discusses which of Bolton’s big-name signings stood out, opens up on the reality of Nicolas Anelka compared to his public image, and even recalls how close the club came to signing Pep Guardiola. To round things off, Kevin names the toughest team-mate he ever played with, reveals the song that used to get Nicky Butt on the dance floor, and the panel debate the timing of Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool departure. If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected]. Follow The Good, The Bad & The Football: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpod Instagram: @goodbadfootballpod X/Twitter: @goodbadftblpod TikTok: goodbadfootballpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod Enter for the chance to win tickets to Arsenal vs Sporting Lisbon or Liverpool vs PSG 👉 www.thatprizeguy.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Good, The Bad & The Football is back with another brilliant episode. Paul, Nicky and Paddy kick things off with Manchester City’s League Cup win over Arsenal, with Scholesy calling it a “victory for football”. But where did it go wrong for Arsenal? Scholesy argues that Kepa Arrizabalaga’s mistake distracted from just how poor Arsenal were overall and questions whether they have the flair to play expansive football, while Nicky believes the Gunners are simply panicking in their pursuit of a trophy. They also reflect on a brilliant day for Nico O'Reilly, but how did his 21st birthday really compare to Paddy’s? Attention then turns to Tottenham Hotspur’s 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, with Nicky suggesting Spurs fans made the occasion too big before a ball was kicked. The lads debate whether Igor Tudor has come in too hard on the squad, and discuss how Tottenham can still salvage their season, but who could they turn to to drag them away from trouble. Nicky reflects on how Kevin Keegan’s return once revitalised Newcastle United, while they weigh up whether Liam Rosenior was fortunate to land the Chelsea job and if Frank Lampard could one day return. There’s a chat on the latest England squad. The lads question the absence of Danny Welbeck and Ollie Watkins, and tackle why Trent Alexander-Arnold has fallen from favour, while Scholesy raises concerns about the form of England’s No.10s, including Cole Palmer, Phil Foden and Jude Bellingham, while also revealing which one of himself, Steven Gerrard and Lampard he thinks Thomas Tuchel would have dropped back in the day. Finally, things descend into chaos as the lads attempt to name their Mount Rushmore of Premier League legends. Paddy goes for a full English, Scholesy leans heavily towards Manchester United… and it all gets very heated. If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected] The Good, The Bad & The Football:YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpodInstagram: @goodbadfootballpodX/Twitter: @goodbadftblpodTikTok: goodbadfootballpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod Enter for the chance to win two tickets to Man United vs Liverpool + flights & accommodation 👉 www.thatprizeguy.co.uk 00:00 - Arsenal 0-2 Man City 23:50 - Fergie’s Teamtalks 29:45 - Win tickets to Man United vs Liverpool 34:10 - Tottenham In Crisis! 43:30 - Liam Rosenior 48:00 - England Squad Reaction 54:50 - Premier League Mount Rushmore Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul, Nicky and Paddy are joined by former Leicester, Liverpool and England striker Emile Heskey. The lads start with Arsenal’s win over Everton and the impact of teenage sensation Max Dowman. Nicky recalls first seeing Dowman play when he was just 14, while Scholesy asks whether the youngster might be the type of player Arsenal have been missing this season. They also discuss the fearless confidence Dowman showed on such a big stage and debate how important the senior players around him will be in shaping his development.Emile reflects on his own breakthrough at Leicester, explaining how Martin O’Neill helped guide him as a young player, while he and Nicky also share how they approach their own sons’ football journeys and why sometimes the best thing parents can do is stay out of the way.Elsewhere, the panel try to make sense of Manchester City’s recent dip after their draw with West Ham. Why have the results gone south? Has Erling Haaland stopped scoring for a reason? And why might Phil Foden be struggling for minutes - could it even affect his World Cup hopes?There’s also debate around Liverpool’s frustrating 1–1 draw with Tottenham, with Scholesy sharing a theory on what might have gone wrong this season. Meanwhile, the lads praise the form of Bruno Fernandes at Manchester United and the resurgence of Casemiro in midfield. Does Bruno get into United’s all-time XI, and is he a genuine Player of the Season contender?The show also tackles some of the stranger moments in football this week, including that bizarre Chelsea huddle that somehow involved the referee, and Liam Rosenior’s claim that his players wanted to “respect the ball” — something Scholesy and Nicky aren’t buying. They also ask whether referees are starting to enjoy the spotlight a little too much, with Paddy offering a theory on why refs should probably go back to being geography teachers.Emile also shares some brilliant stories from his career, from struggling with homesickness after joining Liverpool to the moment he finally felt settled on Merseyside. He looks back on his partnership with Michael Owen, explaining why it was the best strike partnership he played in, how it started with England’s youth teams and why Owen winning the Ballon d’Or didn’t feel like a huge deal inside the dressing room.There are some classic football tales too: Scholesy remembers sharing a room with his hero Mark Hughes, while Nicky reveals why rooming with Les Sealey wasn’t quite as enjoyable. Emile also relives the unforgettable night England beat Germany 5–1 in 2001, explaining the story behind his putting celebration. He opens up about playing under Sven-Göran Eriksson, how he managed to annoy Fabio Capello, the half-time scrap during Turkey v England, and the European giant he nearly signed for… before ending up at Birmingham instead.If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected] The Good, The Bad & The Football:YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpodInstagram: @goodbadfootballpodX/Twitter: @goodbadftblpodTikTok: goodbadfootballpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpodEnter for the chance to win £500k for just 19p www.thatprizeguy.co.uk 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Emile's FIGHTS In The Tunnel! 04:10 - Max Dowman Is INSANE! 16:45 - Emile's Sons At Man City 27:05 - What's Happened To Haaland & Foden? 33:15 - The Problem With Liverpool 37:40 - Bruno Fernandes & Casemiro ON FIRE! 42:10 - Chelsea's Weird Tradition 47:55 - Do Footballers Get Homesick? 51:10 - Playing Up Front With Michael Owen 01:00:15 - Germany 1-5 England, Sven & Capello 01:04:25 - Quickfire Questions 01:08:15 - Emile's new app Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wes Brown joins Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt and Paddy McGuinness on The Good, The Bad & The Football for a brilliant trip through his time at Manchester United. Wes explains how one teammate being sick unexpectedly changed his career path and saw him move into defence at United, before reliving his early battles with a teenage Michael Owen and the moment Gary Pallister accidentally revealed he’d be making his debut. The lads debate whether Wes really deserved his reputation for being nasty in training and hear the unbelievable story of how a bust-up on a bus led to him being banned from public transport and asking Sir Alex for a pay rise. There are brilliant insights into contract negotiations at United, with Roy Keane stepping in to negotiate Wes’s deals, while Paul and Nicky recall how Fergie used Gary Neville and David Beckham as benchmarks to keep the dressing room in line. They also remember their first club cars, how Becks pimped his ride and Nev’s classicly sensible choice. Ahead of a huge week in the UEFA Champions League, the conversation turns to European nights, from the hostility of Galatasaray to the pressure of playing at the Bernabéu Stadium against Real Madrid. Wes relives marking legends like Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane, facing a teenage Ronaldinho as a schoolboy and later going 1v1 with Lionel Messi. He also opens up about the incredible competition at centre-back for England during his era, why he eventually stepped away from international football, and how the gamers at United — including Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand and Darren Fletcher — helped team morale. Elsewhere, Wes reveals how he ended up interviewing Cristiano Ronaldo during his return to United in 2021, shares a hilarious first conversation with Steve Bruce after joining Sunderland, and reflects on battling back from two devastating ACL injuries. Today’s episode is sponsored by Surfshark! Go to https://surfshark.com/gbf or use code GBF at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected]. Follow The Good, The Bad & The Football: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpod Instagram: @goodbadfootballpod X/Twitter: @goodbadftblpod TikTok: goodbadfootballpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Man United’s Academy 14:30 - Wes’ debut 21:30 - Incredible Sir Alex Story! 35:00 - Dressing Room Stories! 44:50 - Toughest Stadiums To Play In 49:00 - Playing With Ronaldo 54:00 - England defenders 01:00:50 - Quickfire Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt & Paddy McGuinness discuss Michael Carrick's long-term future at Manchester United after he equalled the record for best opening nine games as a Premier League. They also discuss what being the Manchester United manager requires. After a weekend where Manchester City & Arsenal both won, attention turns to the title race, with Paddy changing his mind on who he think will come out on top! Paul & Nicky debate the importance of set-pieces in the modern game and give their thoughts on Arsenal set-piece coach Nico Jover having a bonus in his contract for every set piece scored. The boys then answer some incredible audience questions, including who would survive the longest on a desert island and ranking Eden Hazard, Gareth Bale & Mohamed Salah. If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected]. Follow The Good, The Bad & The Football: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpod Instagram: @goodbadfootballpod X/Twitter: @goodbadftblpod TikTok: goodbadfootballpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod 00:00 - Intro 02:05 - Michael Carrick's Future 22:55 - How much do professional footballers train? 29:00 - Harry Maguire's insane dive 32:15 - Nicky's Corner RANT 34:45 - Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea 41:30 - Nico Jover's Set Piece BONUS! 43:55 - The Title Race Debate 49:15 - Audience Q&A Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt & Paddy McGuinness discuss the fallout from the North London derby, which saw Arsenal restore their five-point lead at the top of the Premier League table with statement performances from Eberechi Eze & Viktor Gyokeres. Nicky describes the feeling in the dressing room of a team in a relegation battle and they debate whether Declan Rice is captain material before chaos ensues with a conversation about the top 5 most difficult sports to play. If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected]. Follow The Good, The Bad & The Football: YouTube: / @goodbadfootballpod Instagram: @goodbadfootballpod X/Twitter: @goodbadftblpod TikTok: goodbadfootballpod Facebook: / goodbadfootballpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paddy McGuinness and Paul Scholes are joined by stand-in co-host, former England manager and Manchester United assistant Steve McClaren. He lifts the lid on working with Cristiano Ronaldo during his return to Old Trafford, explaining how the CR7's relationship with Erik ten Hag deteriorated behind the scenes, how everyone tried to manage the situation, and the shockwaves felt inside the club after that explosive Piers Morgan interview.Steve reflects on his ill-fated spell as England manager too: how he landed the job, leaving out David Beckham, the realities of managing the country, and why the role proved so difficult, from club rivalries spilling into the dressing room to the relentless media pressure that followed the Croatia defeat and the infamous umbrella.He also reflects on his first spell at United and the surreal moment he first thought Sir Alex Ferguson’s call offering him a job was a wind-up, how his first game with the club left him wondering what on Earth could he coach into the players, Fergie's greatest strengths as a manager and the best advice he ever received from the gaffer.He also takes us inside the Manchester United training-ground too, including the time he tore into the squad’s performances starting with Roy Keane, why practice matches were the hardest games of all, how Scholesy used to wind Gary Neville up, and why nobody wanted Fergie joining in possession boxes.Beyond England and United, McClaren also shares how he persuaded Juninho to rejoin Middlesbrough at the 2002 World Cup and how he discovered United had beaten him to sign Diego Forlán after Boro had already flown him over from Uruguay. He also relives winning the Eredivisie title with FC Twente, revealing the emotional team talk that reduced his players to tears before their title-clinching match.If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected] The Good, The Bad & The Football:YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpodInstagram: @goodbadfootballpodX/Twitter: @goodbadftblpodTikTok: goodbadfootballpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt and Paddy McGuinness are back with another episode of The Good, The Bad & The Football. The lads relive the chaos at Anfield as Manchester City snatched it late to beat Liverpool, with Scholesy and Butty full of praise for the champions’ comeback mentality. Nicky also gives his verdict on the goalkeeping for Dominik Szoboszlai’s free-kick - insisting Gianluigi Donnarumma should have done better - while the panel discuss why the result will have felt like a punch in the stomach for Arsenal players watching on. There’s a deeper dive into the title race too: does this City squad’s number of non-title winners matter? Do Arsenal have the fear factor of the great Premier League sides? And do Gunners fans head to games expecting victory yet?Attention then turns to Liverpool, where pressure is beginning to mount on Arne Slot, before the focus shifts to Manchester United. The team debate the dilemma facing the United hierarchy over whether to give Michael Carrick the head coach job permanently, praise the form of Casemiro and Kobbie Mainoo and there's even a mention of United possibly being involved in a title bid in the coming seasons. Meanwhile, they also have some words for some of the pundits now rowing back on their earlier takes about Ruben Amorim's suitability for managing the club. There’s also a message for the United Strand over a potential haircut, a heated discussion on Cristian Romero’s latest red card and his Spurs future - Scholesy says he would love him at Old Trafford — and questions over how safe Thomas Frank’s job really is.The lads also tackle a big football debate: what’s the greater achievement: the Treble, 100 Premier League points, four titles in a row, or conceding just 15 goals in a season? Later, the football chat gives way to chaos…again. Paddy is stunned by Scholesy’s lack of film knowledge, the boys pick their dream dinner guests (dead or alive), prompting Nicky to share stories of a meal with Diego Maradona and a game of pool with Nelson Mandela, and Paddy reveals why he’s covered in fake tan… and just how far the spray went.If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected] The Good, The Bad & The Football:YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpodInstagram: @goodbadfootballpodX/Twitter: @goodbadftblpodTikTok: goodbadfootballpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paddy, Scholesy and Nicky are joined by former WBC cruiserweight world champion — and proud Evertonian — Tony Bellew for a new episode of The Good, The Bad & The Football.Tony opens up on the most nervous ring walk of his life, revealing why fighting for a world title at Goodison Park felt more daunting than stepping into any other arena. He shares the unbelievable story of how Ross Barkley played a part in landing him a role in Creed, why he thought the call was a wind-up, and the mind games he used to get under David Haye’s skin before their first fight. The conversation also turns to boxing’s biggest debates: who Tony thinks is the greatest British fighter ever, whether he has respect for Jake Paul, and why a boxer’s mindset matters far more than their physique. Plus, Tony reveals the extreme lengths he went to in order to make weight for his first world title shot.On the football side, the lads react to Manchester United’s dramatic 3-2 win over Fulham and discuss whether Michael Carrick’s low managerial profile could prevent him landing the job full-time. They debate if Manchester City’s draw with Tottenham has handed the Premier League title to Arsenal, and what Thomas Frank may have said at half-time to spark Spurs’ second-half resurgence. They also weigh up whether Mikel Arteta would walk away from Arsenal this summer if he fails to win the league from here. Scholesy and Nicky also reminisce about one of Sir Alex Ferguson’s most legendary half-time team talks, when United came from 3-0 down to beat Tottenham 5-3. And with Tony praising David Moyes’ work at Everton and West Ham, the panel discuss whether he deserved more time at Old Trafford and why modern managers need more power inside football clubs than they’re given today.If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected] The Good, The Bad & The Football:YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpodInstagram: @goodbadfootballpodX/Twitter: @goodbadftblpodTikTok: goodbadfootballpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt and Paddy McGuinness react to Manchester United’s comeback win over Arsenal at the Emirates, breaking down what it says about the team’s mentality and momentum. There’s praise for Harry Maguire, with Scholesy and Nicky explaining why his recent performances have made a real difference and why it’s good to finally see him getting his plaudits. They discuss how Dorgu helped Luke Shaw handle Bukayo Saka, why Matheus Cunha’s impact off the bench has been so important for Michael Carrick, and whether Carrick himself should be in the frame for the permanent job. Scholesy explains why he thinks it’s too soon, while Nicky suggests when United might identify their next manager. Attention then turns to Arsenal, with the lads giving their take on the Emirates crowd turning on their own players, whether Mikel Arteta is too cautious at home, and Scholesy floating the theory that Arsenal may have an excellent squad but not a great starting eleven. He even asks whether they could be the worst team ever to win the Premier League? A chat about Marc Guehi’s failed move to Liverpool spirals into a story about just how close Ronaldinho came to joining Manchester United in 2003, including the squad number he would’ve worn. There’s also a look at what’s gone wrong at Liverpool this season, and whether Thomas Frank deserves sympathy for his situation at Tottenham. Nicky recalls Joe Kinnear’s spell in charge at Newcastle, despite him not having attended a football match for 10 years, and opens up about his own experience of having to sack a manager at Salford. To finish, things get a bit tense in the studio as a debate about their five favourite sports to play and five favourites to watch quickly descends into anarchy, while Scholesy brings in some sprout juice for a taste test that goes about as well as you’d expect. If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected]. Follow The Good, The Bad & The Football: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpod Instagram: @goodbadfootballpod X/Twitter: @goodbadftblpod TikTok: goodbadfootballpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul, Nicky and Paddy react to Manchester United’s win over Manchester City and what it could mean for the club’s future. Paul reveals what genuinely surprised him about Michael Carrick’s demeanour on the touchline, and the lads debate whether Carrick could end up getting the job full-time if United maintain the level they showed against City. Paul and Nicky also address the criticism of their recent comments about Lisandro Martínez, including the defender’s post-match remarks aimed at them, before turning their attention to Manchester City and asking the big question: could Pep Guardiola walk away at the end of the season? Hollywood royalty then joins the studio as Tom Hiddleston drops in for a chat. The Night Manager star reveals how he landed the role of Loki, the moment he discovered it would be part of the wider Avengers saga, and who he believes is the Sir Alex Ferguson of the movie world. Tom explains why being part of a film cast and crew feels a lot like being in a football dressing room, how Euro ’96 sparked his love of the game, and why Arsenal is his team. He also opens up about how Scholesy helped calm his nerves ahead of playing at Old Trafford and the invaluable advice he received from Emma Hayes. Plus, Tom turns interviewer himself with a book full of questions for the lads. Elsewhere, Nicky reveals which England rugby international was once a goalkeeper at Manchester United, Scholesy names his top five for the Premier League this season, and the lads reflect on how much football has changed, from Sir Alex massaging players to physios doing the dinners. There’s also a candid look back at the bad blood between Roy Keane and Peter Schmeichel, including when tensions turned physical. ⚽️ Check out Mitre’s range available on Mitre.com If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected]. Follow The Good, The Bad & The Football: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpod Instagram: @goodbadfootballpod X/Twitter: @goodbadftblpod TikTok: goodbadfootballpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Check out Mitre’s range available on https://www.mitre.com Angry Ginge, aka Morgan Burtwhistle, joins Paul Scholes, Paddy McGuinness in the studio today for a huge The Good, The Bad & The Football debut! Ginge expresses his major concerns over the Manchester United board and whether they made the right decision in sacking Ruben Amorim, who is set to be replaced by Michael Carrick as interim boss in the coming days. If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected]. Follow The Good, The Bad & The Football: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpod Instagram: @goodbadfootballpod X/Twitter: @goodbadftblpod TikTok: goodbadfootballpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A seismic day at Old Trafford gets the full GBF treatment as Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt and Paddy McGuinness react to Manchester United’s decision to sack Ruben Amorim. Why now? Did Amorim’s post-match comments force the club’s hand and did he want to be sacked? The lads dig into the timing of the decision, debate whether there was a major fallout behind the scenes, and ask if Amorim had already heard someone else was being lined up to take his job. Paul and Nicky also explain how they believe Amorim would have been told his time was up. They also tackle the accusation that United legends like themselves have piled too much pressure on the club with their public comments. Paul and Nicky give their honest views on Jason Wilcox’s role at United and whether his Manchester City links are an issue, and Scholesy reveals an alleged comment from Wilcox about the United squad that genuinely shocked him. Attention then turns to the future. What should the United board be looking for in their next permanent manager? Scholesy and Butty run through the names being linked with the job, name their No.1 choice, and Nicky reveals which appointment would be enough to make him hand in his season ticket. There’s also talk of Eddie Howe, Jason Tindall’s potential sunbed requirements, why Roy Keane could be a great fit, and whether Michael Carrick should play a short-term role. With Darren Fletcher set to take charge against Burnley, Paul and Nicky say exactly what they want to see from his first team selection. Nicky also shares incredible stories of how different managers have reacted to being sacked, including one who cried and another who practically skipped out of the building. Finally, the conversation widens to recruitment with Nicky explaining why growing a social media following is now a major pull for players. They also question if United can still attract the very best talent, and discuss the type of players needed to get the club back to the top. If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected]. Follow The Good, The Bad & The Football: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpod Instagram: @goodbadfootballpod X: @goodbadftblpod TikTok: goodbadfootballpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s another packed episode of The Good, The Bad & The Football as Paddy, Nicky and Scholesy react to Morgan Rogers’ match-winning display against Manchester United. That sparks a wider chat on the battle for the No.10 role with England, how competition can drive standards, and why some England starters can sometimes risk becoming complacent. There’s a look at Jack Fletcher and Shea Lacey making their senior debuts, plus a reminder of how injuries can create opportunity, with Scholesy and Nicky recalling how luck helped Marcus Rashford get his big break at the expense of James Wilson. Following Jack Grealish’s recent comments, the lads debate who really is the most skilful player in the Premier League - Doku, Grealish or Semenyo? - and what actually counts as “skill”. The GBF 2025 Football Awards are handed out, including Player of the Year, Best Signing and the player they’d most like Manchester United to sign. There’s debate over Semenyo’s future at Bournemouth withs doubts expressed over whether Manchester City would be the right move, while Nicky and Scholesy explain why they want Manchester United to start buying from their rivals again. The boys also reveal which current player they’d most like to have on the pod, the former teammate they’d love to join them, and why Paddy’s dream guest would be Fabian Barthez. And there's a festive feel to the show as the lads compare Christmas Day traditions: does Nicky really have a goose instead of turkey? Who goes to bed in their PJs by 5pm? Have you ever had a fry up with your Christmas leftovers? And who claims to enjoy a glass of sprout juice on the big day? 🤢 Nicky recalls how his dream Christmas present didn’t last the day, before the lads swap gifts themselves. 🚨 Look out for the Stick to Football v The Good, The Bad & The Football Christmas Quiz, hosted by Iain Stirling, this Boxing Day from 8am. Watch it on the The Overlap YouTube channel. If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: [email protected]. Follow The Good, The Bad & The Football: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpod Instagram: @goodbadfootballpod X: @goodbadftblpod TikTok: goodbadfootballpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices