Scholes & Butt Debate Carrick's Future, The Title Race & How Van Gaal Used FIFA To Sign Players!

About this episode

Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, and Paddy McGuinness discuss Michael Carrick's future at Manchester United, the title race, and the importance of set-pieces in football.

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: questions@goodbadfootball.co.uk. 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…

People in this episode

Guests: Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, Paddy McGuinness

Topics covered

• Michael Carrick's future
• title race
• set-pieces
• audience questions
• Manchester United
• Arsenal vs Chelsea

Keywords

• Michael Carrick
• title race
• set-pieces
• audience questions
• Manchester United
• Arsenal
• FIFA

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Manchester United, Arsenal, Manchester City, FIFA

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