Rio, Joel and Ste are reunited to look back at Ruben Amorim’s first game in charge of Manchester United to discuss whether the players like Marcus Rashford are equipped to deal with the Portuguese’s dramatic tactical shift and identify those players who could benefit most from it. They look at the concerning statistics related to United’s goalscoring which pre-dates even Erik Ten Hag and pick their favoured front three to fit into Amorim’s 3-4-3. Ste then switches attention to the title race focusing on a ‘concerning’ win for United's rivals Liverpool, the developing contract scenario between the club and Salah before discussing Arsenal’s realistic title hopes when they sit 9 points behind the leaders. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/15QO9WE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Lewandowski sits down with Rio Ferdinand to discuss his legendary career and share insights into the minds of two of football’s greatest managers: Pep Guardiola and Jürgen Klopp. Hear Lewandowski’s honest take on Guardiola’s tactical brilliance and intense preparation, including how he interacted with the players at Bayern Munich. Lewandowski also opens up about Klopp’s unique ability to inspire and motivate players, recalling how one heartfelt conversation at Dortmund changed the trajectory of his career and links to Rio’s own experiences with his family. From competing against Lionel Messi to redefining the role of a modern striker, Lewandowski reflects on the lessons he’s learned from football’s elite and reveals how young players like Lamine Yamal are able to have a positive impact on his perspective and career. Lewandowski also opens up about the fact he’s still not won a Ballon d’Or, the reasons he believes that is still the case and reflects on the part of his career where he was competing with Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. What’s your favorite memory of Lewandowski on the pitch? Share in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe for more unmissable football stories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robbie Keane joins Rio Ferdinand and Joel Beya to tackle a burning question in today’s football: why is there a shortage of elite strikers in the modern game? A member of the Premier League’s 100 club, Keane shares his candid thoughts on what’s changed, compares the current crop of forwards to players from his era such as Zola, van Nistelrooy, Berbatov, Torres, Owen, Fowler, Henry and Bergkamp and discusses why the art of striking might be a dying craft. Robbie also dives into incredible stories from his career, including the day he realised Leeds United was in financial turmoil, Clarence Seedorf’s quirky habits as a roommate, and the simple yet genius tip every footballer needs to know. Plus, you’ll hear the inside scoop on his resignation from managing Maccabi Tel-Aviv in Israel, why he rates his partnership with Berbatov as his best, and the hilarious creation of a Leeds Boy Band from the 2000 squad. Don’t miss this packed episode of football insights and laughter—subscribe for more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rio is reunited with his old team mate Edwin van der Sar who speaks for the first time since suffering a brain haemorrhage. This exclusive interview covers the different perspective that serious event has given him, the Champions League victory in 2008, and Edwin also gives his view on the current Manchester United number one, Andre Onana. The pair look at the impact Erik Ten Hag had at Ajax, why he wasn’t able to succeed at Old Trafford and the strategies and personalities required in order for a club’s senior leadership team to be successful. After becoming CEO at Ajax, Edwin details the pressures of that job and analyses the changes INEOS have made since coming into Manchester United. He also details what happened when he suffered a brain haemorrhage whilst on holiday following his resignation from the Amsterdam club. Rio reveals why he was so grateful for Edwin’s penalty save in the Moscow shootout in ‘08 and Edwin reveals the impact a young Cristiano Ronaldo had on the dressing room following his arrival aged 18.  Edwin also tells Rio about the role Ruud van Nistelrooy played in Sir Alex Ferguson recruiting him from Fulham and why ‘gentle’ Zinedine Zidane was a joy to play with at Juventus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why MUFC should “100%” keep Ruud | Comparing Rodri and Odegaard to Paul Scholes After taking charge of 4 games, Rio Ferdinand and Owen Hargreaves discuss why Manchester United should look to keep Ruud van Nistelrooy in some capacity at the club following the arrival of Ruben Amorim. Owen analyses a whole host of Premier League midfielders and has huge praise for both Rodri and Martin Odegaard as well as analysing why Bruno Fernandes has been much more effective since the departure of Erik Ten Hag. Plus Joel Beya poses a question about Mikel Arteta’s future at Arsenal following more dropped points after Rio and Owen identify who the casualties could be in the United squad after Amorim implements his style and tactical approach.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jody Morris joins Rio and Joel on this episode to look at the priorities for the new Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim. After being labelled the Premier League’s ‘worst pressing team’ after drawing 1-1 with Chelsea, Jody breaks down what a coach needs to have in place to create a successful press and details the reasons why United haven’t been able to sustain that style of play for 3 seasons. There’s a shoutout for Nottingham Forest right back Ola Aina and more flak for Joel after Arsenal give up more ground in the title race. Plus, does Rodri winning the Ballon d’Or prove that football is ‘boring’? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Man United have officially announced new manager Rúben Amorim has taken charge at Old Trafford. Rio gives his instant reaction to the news and what it might mean for interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy. Rio breaks down how Amorim might setup at Man United and what his management style is like. What do you make of Man United's appointment of the Portuguese coach? Is he the man to lead Man United back to the glory years? Or is he just another Erik ten Hag? Remember to like, comment and subscribe if you're new to the channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following Ronaldo and Beckham is the Rolls-Royce defender Virgil van Dijk who braves rainy conditions to speak to Rio about his career. After starting in his native Netherlands, Virgil details the lessons he learned following his move to Celtic and discusses the impact of new manager Arne Slot. Liverpool’s captain also praises Arsenal’s William Saliba and talks about his favourite battles with Premier League strikers whilst dissecting the tactical make-up of both Jurgen Klopp and Slot’s teams. There’s a debate about how critical pundits can be and details his role in getting the best out of team mates Trent Alexander-Arnold and Mohamed Salah. #RioFerdinand #VirgilVanDijk #FootballTalk #Saliba #ArneSlot #FootballFuture Subscribe: http://bit.ly/15QO9WE Rio Ferdinand Presents: rioferdinandpresents.com Rio Ferdinand Presents Instagram: https://instagram.com/rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Presents Twitter/X: https://x.com/FIVEUK Rio Ferdinand Presents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialFIVEUK Rio Ferdinand Presents TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Presents Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Instagram: https://instagram.com/rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Twitter/X: https://x.com/rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RioFerdinandOfficial Rio Ferdinand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rioferdy5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the pod reacting to the news of Erik Ten Hag’s departure from Old Trafford, Rio sits down with Joel Beya and former team mate Patrice Evra to work out what went wrong for the Dutchman. Rio and Pat discuss the way that Sir Alex Ferguson managed crises, motivated players and worked on tactical instructions to get the best out of the team. The pair also look at why the club has not been able to replicate the level of success they both enjoyed as team mates as well as looking at the Premier League title race, the importance of Virgil Van Dijk to Liverpool and Evra reveals why he thinks Pep Guardiola has ‘killed the game’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whilst in South Korea Rio hooks up with two former team mates Nemanja Vidic and Dimitar Berbatov to discuss arguments they had in training and what they were like in the dressing room. Nemanja reveals how much Dimitar has changed since their days shared at Old Trafford and Berbatov analyses the attributes and mentality of Rasmus Højlund whilst identifying areas he needs to improve. The trio reminisce about specific incidents on the training pitch and discuss why Berbatov used to frustrate his team mates by constantly playing as a defender in practice games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

in this video, join Rio Ferdinand and Ste as they sit down to watch the latest Beckham video! As they view key moments from David Beckham's incredible career stories, Rio and Ste share their thoughts and insights. They discuss the lessons they've learned from Beckham's journey, from his relentless work ethic, stubbornness and his passion for the game. The duo also dives into some of Beckham’s unforgettable on-field moments, comparing their own experiences and how they shaped their careers. As they react to Beckham's reflections on life after football. Be sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more reactions and football content from two of the game’s greats! Subscribe: http://bit.ly/15QO9WE Rio Ferdinand Presents: rioferdinandpresents.com Rio Ferdinand Presents Instagram: https://instagram.com/rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Presents Twitter/X: https://x.com/FIVEUK Rio Ferdinand Presents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialFIVEUK Rio Ferdinand Presents TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Presents Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Instagram: https://instagram.com/rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Twitter/X: https://x.com/rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RioFerdinandOfficial Rio Ferdinand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rioferdy5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rio Ferdinand and David Beckham! Exclusive! Join us as they reminisce about their legendary careers and share the good times! Plus, hear Beckham’s thoughts on the current football landscape as he compares himself to Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold, discussing their playing styles and the evolution of the game. Beckham also speaks on Romeo and his allegiance to Arsenal! Beckham’s take on Lionel Messi and how he has helped elevate football in the USA. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell for more amazing content! Proudly Sponsored by https://www.qatarairways.com Subscribe: http://bit.ly/15QO9WE Rio Ferdinand Presents: rioferdinandpresents.com Rio Ferdinand Presents Instagram: https://instagram.com/rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Presents Twitter/X: https://x.com/FIVEUK Rio Ferdinand Presents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialFIVEUK Rio Ferdinand Presents TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Presents Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Instagram: https://instagram.com/rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Twitter/X: https://x.com/rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RioFerdinandOfficial Rio Ferdinand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rioferdy5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Peter Kenyon and Ste Howson are with Rio this week to discuss how clubs operate when a manager is ‘under pressure’. After Ste probes Peter about why Ronaldinho wasn’t able to make the move to Old Trafford, he also finds out how the club began searching for Sir Alex Ferguson’s replacement after he announced his retirement in 2002, a decision he eventually reversed.  Peter gives his verdict on the way Manchester United handled the meeting of club hierarchy a week ago, Rio discusses the impact those meetings have on the manager and his players and the trio look into whether fixture congestion could feasibly lead to players across the continent bringing strike action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rio is joined by his former team mate Phil Jones alongside Joel Beya on this episode where the trio delve into reasons for the club’s decline over the past decade, hearing from the man who straddled Sir Alex Ferguson’s final years and the decade after he left. They discuss the aura of managers like Jose Mourinho, the importance of players like Jonny Evans and how few current players could deal with the pressure of that United dressing room, save for a couple of significant exceptions. Rio suggests Erik Ten Hag should look to develop and improve his communication in the media and the two former centre-halves analyse the current structure and tactics of the side. Plus Phil reveals what happened in his first meeting with Sir Alex Ferguson and how Mourinho tore into him after returning to the club from international duty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Rio Reacts! In today’s video, I’m diving into Manchester United’s rollercoaster match against Porto that had our WhatsApp groups buzzing! 🚀⚽ In this episode, we’ll cover: Marcus Rashford’s early brilliance: Was he in his element during the first 20 minutes? Defensive woes: United’s poor defending allowed Porto back into the game. We’ll discuss the alarming trend of conceding quick goals in Europe and the crucial need for better game management. Centre-back performance: Did Martinez react quickly enough to Porto's goal? And what went wrong with De Ligt for the second? We analyze the positioning and communication lapses that continue to plague United. Harry Maguire’s header: A crucial goal for the team with just 10 men. Should he be starting ahead of De Ligt? Tactical analysis: Are Erik ten Hag’s tactics aligning with the personnel on the field? What’s the overall style and control of the team? Substitutions: Why was Rashford subbed off at half-time? And were the changes to the center-backs the right call? Bruno's creative impact: Just how valuable is his return for United? He consistently delivers those killer balls into the box! Weekend preview: How will United set up against a tough Villa side coming off a big win against Bayern? What strategies will ETH need to employ to lift his players? Join me as I break down the highs and lows of this match and what it means for United moving forward. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more unfiltered reactions and analysis from yours truly! 🔔❤️ #RioReacts #ManUtd #Porto #EPL #FootballAnalysis #Rashford #BrunoFernandes #HarryMaguire #ErikTenHag #WeekendPreview Subscribe: http://bit.ly/15QO9WE Rio Ferdinand Presents: rioferdinandpresents.com Rio Ferdinand Presents Instagram: https://instagram.com/rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Presents Twitter/X: https://x.com/FIVEUK Rio Ferdinand Presents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialFIVEUK Rio Ferdinand Presents TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Presents Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rioferdinandpresents Rio Ferdinand Instagram: https://instagram.com/rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Twitter/X: https://x.com/rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RioFerdinandOfficial Rio Ferdinand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rioferdy5 Rio Ferdinand Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rioferdy5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rio and Joel are joined by England coach Joleon Lescott to discuss the lack of identity with Erik Ten Hag’s Manchester United squad. The trio explore the structural issues with the team, identify what needs to be improved and compare the manager’s reign to the early stages of Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal career. Joleon reveals the player he’s most excited to see perform on the senior international stage for England and discusses the under rated ability of Curtis Jones who played alongside Cole Palmer for the Under 21s. The Chelsea forward’s performance prompts a debate about who is the best English attacking talent where the merits of Bukayo Saka, Phil Foden and Palmer are compared and analysed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The band are back together! Join them as they break down the key moments from the 3-0 defeat, including Bruno Fernandes' controversial red card. What went wrong for United? How long does ETH have left? Can they bounce back after this setback? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rio gets his old mate Mark Noble on the pod this week to discuss what it’s like playing against Manchester City at the Etihad with your backs against the wall, the way Erik Ten Hag is selecting his players after ‘rotating’ Marcus Rashford and the impact that Pep Guardiola is having on British football from lower league academies to the way clubs like West Ham are working with their young players. Noble challenges Rio to a game of padel tennis and also reveals why his confidence took a big hit when he started playing in a new position for manager Gianfranco Zola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following the North London derby, Rio and Joel sit down with former Arsenal midfielder Jermaine Pennant to discuss how confidence affects players. From the Arsenal defensive pair to Marcus Rashford, Rio and Jermaine reveal how they dealt with periods of low confidence and also how self confidence affected their game at different stages of their careers. The trio also look at the impact of set-piece coach Nicolas Jover on Mikel Arteta and compare the Arsenal set-pieces to the tactics employed by Jermaine’s former manager Tony Pulis. Rio analyses the performances of Erling Haaland, Matthijs de Ligt and young winger Tyler Diblin after his impressive performance against Manchester United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.