logo
episode-header-image
Sep 2024
41m 57s

Cesc Fàbregas: The Genius Of Wenger, Why...

Goalhanger
About this episode

What was it that set Arsène Wenger apart from other managers? Was Cesc really aiming for Fergie with that pepperoni pizza in the tunnel at Old Trafford? How did he end up spending hours in a police station after a night out at the 2006 World Cup in Germany?


Gary is joined by the brilliant Cesc Fàbregas to discuss the early days of his career with Barcelona & Arsenal and why he now wishes he’d waited longer to leave the Gunners.


Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Up next
Today
Man Utd Still Misfiring, Grealish Impresses On Everton’s Big Day & Outstanding Spurs
How long will Ruben Amorim get to bed in his new players before the pressure really starts to mount? Will we see Jack Grealish recapture his best form at Everton? How has Thomas Frank stamped his mark and philosophy on Spurs in just two games? Gary & Alan also discuss Arsenal thu ... Show More
33m 31s
Aug 22
The Guys Respond To Isak & Newcastle's Statement
“He’s adding fuel to the fire!” Alan, Gary and Micah react to the statements made by Alexander Isak and Newcastle United this week as the transfer saga rumbles on. The trio also preview this weekend’s key fixtures as Sunderland play Burnley in a game that’s likely to be crucial a ... Show More
30m 59s
Aug 20
Alan Responds To The Wissa & Isak Drama
Alan, Gary & Micah break down the Isak-Wissa drama, guess their own FPL prices in their prime, and weigh in on the handball controversy from Leeds vs Everton. The boys answer the best of your questions in the latest Q&A episode Join THE PLAYERS LOUNGE here: therestisfootball.com ... Show More
31m 57s
Recommended Episodes
Apr 2025
Yaya Touré EXCLUSIVE: ‘Ending Cristiano’s dream, my Arsenal love & how I ALMOST joined Drogba at Chelsea
In the latest episode of the Obi One Podcast, John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy track down one of the greatest midfielders of his generation. A treble winner with Barcelona and one of the catalysts for Manchester City’s recent dominance. It’s Yaya Touré. Hailed by John as ‘the mos ... Show More
1h 1m
Apr 2025
One on One | Lampard on life back in management, whilst Timber takes us inside the Arsenal dressing room
Natalie Gedra joins Joe Thomlinson on this episode of 'One on One' and we’ve sent her to Coventry, to meet Frank Lampard! He discusses the highs and lows of management, who he turns to for advice and chasing promotion to the Premier League.   Meanwhile, Jurrien Timber takes Joe T ... Show More
34m 23s
Oct 2024
Claude Makélélé exclusive: Life at Chelsea, Real Madrid exit & Kanté’s genius
He’s the man who has a position named after him, and he’s also the latest guest on the Obi One Podcast. Introducing the one and only Claude Makélélé. The former midfield metronome looks back on his career, from being unceremoniously jettisoned by Real Madrid to finding a home at ... Show More
51m 33s
Mar 2025
One on One | Arsenal’s Raya on doing his own washing at Southport! Plus, Fulham boss Silva shares his ambitions.
Joe Thomlinson is joined by Sam Obaseki on this week’s pod to bring you more exclusive chats with some of the biggest names in football.   Sam’s been to Fulham to meet their manager Marco Silva, who discusses his footballing moves from Portugal to the Premier League, as well as h ... Show More
36m 19s
Apr 2025
Petr Cech: Life After Chelsea, Jose Mourinho Stories & Sneaking into Real Madrid Training…
Petr Čech joins us on the Fozcast! 🧤🇨🇿 Premier League Hall of Famer, Champions League winner, and one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time – Petr Čech sits down with Ben and Tom to relive the biggest moments of his iconic career at Chelsea and Arsenal. He talks us through: ... Show More
1h 15m
Nov 2024
SNF | Arsenal cut gap to Liverpool with big win over West Ham | Redknapp heaps praise on Saka: ‘His level is frightening’
Kelly Cates was joined by Jamie Redknapp and Theo Walcott on Saturday Night Football and watched Arsenal travel to West Ham. The Gunners cut Liverpool’s lead at the top of the table with their 5-2 win at the London stadium. Redknapp heaped praise on Bukayo Saka, saying that ‘his ... Show More
46m 9s