Best of the Club World Cup

We’re almost a week on now from Chelsea being crowned World Champions after a brilliant victory against PSG in New York. On today’s episode, we’re looking back at the best moments and stories from the show across the tournament. From stunning goals and huge upsets, to stories of close encounters with sharks and partying with the winners - there was a lot going on! Sign up to the newsletter here: therestisfootball.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What exactly has happened so far between Crystal Palace and UEFA and what are the next steps? Why are Crystal Palace appealing their removal from the Europa League to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, and what is the basis of that appeal? Does it feel like there are some rules for the ‘big boys’ and different rules for everyone else? In this exclusive interview Gary is joined by Crystal Palace co-owner and chairman Steve Parish to discuss the controversy around the club’s demotion from the Europa League over ownership rules. The pair also reminisce on the wonderful day at Wembley a few months ago when Palace won the FA Cup, that has led to this difficult situation. Sign up to the newsletter here: therestisfootball.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Was the new revamped tournament any better than it was before? Did the players enjoy playing in it? What lessons have we learnt ahead of the World Cup next summer? Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also debate which players made it into the Team of the Tournament and who has made a name for themselves going into next season. Sign up to the newsletter here: therestisfootball.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Enzo Maresca getting enough credit for the job he’s done at Chelsea? Why did PSG fail to react and change things up when things weren’t going well for them? Was the Cole Palmer x Donald Trump crossover the most bizarre thing we’ve seen all season? Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also discuss whether we’ll see Chelsea genuinely competing for the Premier League title next season after continuing to make strides forward. Sign up to the newsletter here: therestisfootball.com  For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How exactly has Luis Enrique managed to mastermind this incredible turnaround at PSG? Why were Real Madrid so ruthlessly exposed? How can Chelsea hurt PSG in the final at the weekend? Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also discuss the Lionesses emphatic victory over the Netherlands at Euro 2025 as they get their campaign back on track. Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required. Sign up to the newsletter here: therestisfootball.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where will João Pedro’s best position be for Chelsea? What are their best attacking options heading into next season? Will we see Chelsea mount a real challenge for the Premier League title as they add depth to their squad? Gary, Alan and Alex Aljoe also discuss the latest transfer news as Newcastle agree a fee to sign Anthony Elanga and Viktor Gyökeres looks set to join Arsenal. Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required. Sign up to the newsletter here: therestisfootball.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cole Palmer looked back to his very best as Chelsea brushed aside Palmeiras in Philadelphia, Désiré Doué once again showed the world why he’s one of the best young footballers on the planet, and Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso win their 4th game in a row as they book their place in the Semi Final where they will face PSG in a blockbuster game on Wednesday. Gary, Alan, Micah and Alex also pay their respects to the Jota family, after the very sad news of the passing of Diogo and André. Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What has Pep learned about his Man City side at the Club World Cup? Will we see a big name leave Real Madrid this summer now they have so many superstars? With a number of big clubs in need of an out-and-out striker, why are more teams not looking at Borussia Dortmund’s Serhou Guirassy? Gary, Alan, Micah and Alex Aljoe also discuss Fluminense knocking out Champions League finalists Inter Milan, as the Brazilian sides continue to impress. Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How alarming was the two-hour stoppage in play during Chelsea’s Round of 16 match in Charlotte, with the World Cup on the horizon next year? What specifically has been so impressive about PSG’s play that no other side has matched at the Club World Cup? Will we see Harry Kane pick up another Golden Boot this summer and why will he be desperate to win it? Gary, Micah and Alex Aljoe also discuss the England U21’s brilliant victory in the European Championships and what is next for Harvey Elliott. Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why could Pep not stop smiling after Man City’s thumping of Juventus? Are we finally starting to see that Xabi Alonso style coming through at Real Madrid? How did Gary find himself at a surprise wedding for a very close friend earlier this week?Gary and Alex Aljoe also discuss the Round of 16 fixtures and where we might see a surprise in the knockout rounds.Every single match of the Club World Cup is available to watch live and for free on the DAZN app — no subscription required.For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices