
Episode 4 - Never Be Settled
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have become footballing icons over the last 20 years and while they continue to break records on the pitch, they also remain cultural and business giants off the field as well. Steve Cr

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Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have become footballing icons over the last 20 years and while they continue to break records on the pitch, they also remain cultural and business giants off the field as well. Steve Cr

While Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo sweep all before them with their club sides and win countless trophies, the one accolade which eludes them both is international success. In episode three of this four-part series

As Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo rise to become the best players in the world, their rivalry takes another step closer as Ronaldo joins Real Madrid to go head to head with Messi and Barcelona. In episode two of this

In the first episode of this four-part series, Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore what made Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo stand out as they began their journeys to becoming footballing icons. From playing on

Coming soon, Steve Crossman presents a new four-part series exploring how the rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo has redefined football over the last 20 years.

Presenters Kelly Cates and Simon Hughes explore how Mohamed Salah has redefined being a footballing superstar. Former Liverpool team-mates James Milner and Adam Lallana discuss Salah's impact on the club's first league t

Focusing in on Mohamed Salah’s impact in Egypt, presenters Kelly Cates and Simon Hughes reflect on what he means to his home nation. Former international team-mate Ahmed Elmohamady explains Salah's key role in taking the

Presenters Kelly Cates and Simon Hughes explore one of the most pivotal periods of Mohamed Salah's career after his signing for Liverpool in the summer of 2017. Former Anfield team-mate James Milner reflects on the impac

In episode one of this four-part series, Kelly Cates and journalist Simon Hughes chart Mohamed Salah's rise from humble beginnings in Egypt to global football superstardom. Discover how Salah's home village of Nagrig sha

Coming soon in a new four-part series which traces the rise of Mohamed Salah from humble beginnings in Egypt to global football superstardom. First-hand accounts from former team-mates including James Milner, Adam Lallan

How did Ferguson rise to the challenge of Manchester City to bow out of United on a high? Key players Michael Carrick, Wayne Rooney and Rio Ferdinand recall Ferguson’s final season as a Robin Van Persie-inspired United r

Ferguson sees off the challenge of Jose Mourinho and inspires United to another Champions League success in Moscow. Kelly Cates and Jonathan Northcroft hear from Rio Ferdinand, Carlos Quieroz and Wayne Rooney on how Ferg

From the infamous 'hairdryer' to managerial mind games, hear stories of why Ferguson was the ultimate boss. Kelly Cates and Jonathan Northcroft explore how Fergie controlled his players, rival managers, referees and the

How Sir Alex Ferguson turned a talented crop of young players into an unstoppable force in England and, ultimately, Europe. Kelly Cates and Jonathan Northcroft trace how Ferguson’s faith in youth was integral to his succ

Inside the Manchester United dressing-room as Alex Ferguson recovers from the brink of the sack to bring trophies back to the club. Kelly Cates and Jonathan Northcroft explain how Ferguson ruthlessly cleared out United h

How did Sir Alex Ferguson’s working-class Glasgow upbringing shape the man and manager he would become? Kelly Cates and Jonathan Northcroft retrace Ferguson’s steps from the Govan shipyards to European glory with Aberdee

Coming soon: The definitive Sir Alex Ferguson story, from his working class roots in Glasgow to the top of European football, told by the people who know him best. First-hand accounts from a host of former players and ad

With Euro 2024 and a move to Real Madrid on the horizon, the future looks bright for Mbappe. Steve and Julien are joined by Spanish football expert Sid Lowe to discuss the challenge facing Mbappe at the serial Champions

France icon Lilian Thuram reflects on racism, football and French identity after Mbappe suffers racial abuse at Euro 2020 following his penalty miss. Lacking support from the French Football Federation, Mbappe threatens

After winning the World Cup, Mbappe returns home to Paris a national hero and gains increasing power at Paris Saint-Germain. Club insiders detail how Mbappe became an increasing influence on and off the field as PSG’s Qa
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