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Welcome to Rio Ferdinand Presents, the destination for any football fan who wants the biggest names, the best analysis and authentic reactions to everything fans discuss in their WhatsApp groups. From a leader on the pitch to one of the most respected voices in world football, Rio invites you to sit back in your home or on your commute to enjoy his three distinctive shows, Rio Presents, Rio Meets and Rio Reacts.
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- 1 weeks ago21 min
Kane, Olise, Mbappe or Yamal for the Ballon d’Or? Rio & Giggs Pick Their Winners | The Debrief
Who deserves the Ballon d’Or - the most consistent goalscorer or the player who gets you out of your seat? Ahead of the winner being announced on 26th October, Rio Ferdinand and Ryan Giggs assess the contenders and reveal their personal top threes on ‘The Debrief’. Rio makes the case for Harry Kane, while Giggs explains why Lamine Yamal’s movement, intelligence and ability to beat defenders make him so special. Drawing on their own experiences as a defender and a winger, the pair break down what makes these players so difficult to stop and why they both should be celebrated. They also discuss Michael Olise’s creativity and composure, why Kylian Mbappé’s teammates have to accept doing extra work for him, and whether Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland and Rodri belong in the conversation. How much should World Cup performances influence the vote? Do goals and assists tell the whole story? And can your favourite player to watch be different from the player you think deserves to win? Plus, Giggs recalls a Michael Olise debate that might require an apology, while Rio explains why United should have moved for Kane when he moved to Bayern Munich from Tottenham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago43 min
Hindsight = 20:20 Vision | Man Utd’s Squad: Bad Planning or Bad Luck?
Can Michael Carrick turn Manchester United around - or did the summer’s recruitment leave him with a squad that was never ready?Rio Ferdinand, Joel Beya and Ste Howson debate United’s 1–1 draw at Leeds, Lisandro Martínez’s public comments and who should ultimately take responsibility for the club’s difficult start.Rio argues that hindsight is making people look back on the summer with a different stance and questions what should have been done differently within the club’s financial constraints.Ste backs Martínez’s concerns about the lack of squad depth, while Joel challenges whether United got their transfer priorities right.The debate heats up over Carrick’s future. Rio and Ste explain what encouraged them about his tactical changes at Elland Road, while Joel questions the squad’s quality and puts forward Antonio Conte as an alternative.There’s also a frank discussion about the Glazers’ debt, why spending more alone won’t fix United and the personalities needed to rebuild standards inside the dressing room.Rio assesses Carlos Baleba and Andrey Santos, before the trio consider United’s (lack of) defensive options for Como.Elsewhere, Rio highlights Konsa’s crucial contribution to Arsenal’s win, Joel questions whether the champions are winning convincingly enough to keep pace with City, and the boys debate the best comparison for Kylian Mbappé.Plus, Rio previews his Ballon d’Or discussion with Ryan Giggs, HEAPS praise on Lamine Yamal and trails an unmissable, upcoming Carlos Tevez interview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago14 min
Rio Ferdinand: "Give Carrick TIME!" | Leeds vs Man United
Rio Ferdinand gives his immediate reaction to Manchester United's clash with Leeds United at Elland Road! Rio breaks down United's performance in one of English football's fiercest rivalries, looking at Michael Carrick's tactical decisions, Bryan Mbeumo's attacking threat and the defensive resilience shown under pressure. Rio also discusses Leny Yoro's growing confidence, Harry Maguire's defensive performance, Bruno Fernandes, Amad and the importance of becoming more clinical in front of goal. After a difficult start to the Premier League season, have Manchester United finally shown signs of turning things around? 💬 What did you make of United's performance? Is Michael Carrick the right man to turn things around? Let us know in the comments! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago56 min
Ander Herrera: The Truth About Leaving Man Utd, Jose vs Pogba & Playing With Messi, Neymar & Mbappé
Ander Herrera joins Rio Ferdinand to look back on his remarkable career across Manchester United, PSG, and Athletic Bilbao, right through to his emotional return to boyhood club Real Zaragoza. Ander opens up about the painful truth behind his departure from Old Trafford and how a contract letter from Ed Woodward left him heartbroken. He reflects on the dressing room tension between Jose Mourinho and Paul Pogba, the difference between Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial, and what Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjær brought to the squad. Plus, Ander gives an inside look into sharing a pitch with modern football icons: the unbelievable standard of Lionel Messi in training, Neymar's magic, Kylian Mbappé's freakish athleticism, and a hilarious training ground clash with Zlatan Ibrahimović. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago12 min
Martinez Explodes | Is Carrick Under Pressure?! Yoro Red card Controversy!
Martínez’s raw post-match comments have sparked intense debate across Manchester United. From the dressing room reaction to the boardroom reality under Jason Wilcox and Omar Berrada, Rio breaks down the consequences of taking internal frustrations public. Looking back at past exits like Roy Keane, Jaap Stam, Ralf Rangnick, and Cristiano Ronaldo, history shows that public outbursts against club hierarchy rarely end well. Rio also reflects on his own experience under Sir Alex Ferguson after a substitution clash against Bayern Munich, how squad morale is impacted, and why Michael Carrick deserves time to turn the form around ahead of a massive clash against Leeds. In this episode:The Dressing Room Fallout: What new signings and teammates think when standards are questioned publicly. Did he knock on the door first? Why speaking to Wilcox and Berrada in private changes everything. The Ferguson Standard: How Sir Alex handled players who called out the club or teammates. Backing Michael Carrick: Creating chances, converting opportunities, and the reality of a multi-window rebuild. Drop your thoughts in the comments: Did Lisandro Martínez do the right thing, or should he have kept this behind closed doors? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago35 min
What’s Gone Wrong For Carrick? | Rio Questions Man Utd’s Standards & Wirtz’s Impact
Rio Ferdinand joins Joel Beya and Ste Howson to break down Manchester United’s draw with Tottenham, question what’s changed under Michael Carrick and respond to Jamie Carragher’s comments on social media about Rio and Cristiano Ronaldo. After watching United alongside his former teammates, Rio explains why the performance left them downbeat. He examines the support Mainoo and Tielemans need, questions whether United’s approach suits their players and recalls the standards he demanded when defending crosses. Ste challenges the substitutions against Spurs, asks why Bruno Fernandes keeps playing 90 minutes and questions the squad’s balance with limited options up front. Could Carlos Baleba help change the midfield dynamic? Rio also addresses Carragher’s online tone and debates Cristiano Ronaldo’s response to the Portugal situation with Joel, drawing on his own experience of staying silent when he wishes he had spoken out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago13 min
Rio Reacts | Ronaldo Statement
Cristiano Ronaldo’s future with Portugal has taken another dramatic turn. Rio Ferdinand reacts to Ronaldo’s statement, revealing why the Portugal captain felt disrespected, the breakdown in communication with the manager, and why this situation may not be the end of Ronaldo’s international career. From Ronaldo reportedly considering retirement to his decision to remain with Portugal, rejecting special treatment, accepting responsibility for his own mistakes and demanding honesty and respect — this is a fascinating insight into one of football’s biggest personalities. Could Ronaldo return for one final farewell? Or could we see him continue to play for Portugal? Watch the full reaction and let us know what you think. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 4 weeks ago40 min
At 23 Who’s Better - Rooney or Bellingham? | Portugal Have Handled Ronaldo “Poorly”
Rio Ferdinand is back alongside Joel Beya and Ste Howson to debate Jude Bellingham’s place among the greats, Cristiano Ronaldo’s treatment by Portugal and the technical players that England should be building around. Could Bellingham surpass Zidane, Gerrard and Lampard? Was Rooney better at the same age? And who makes way if Jude gets into Rio’s best Manchester United team? Joel sparks a serious debate about Roy Keane’s ability in his favoured central midfield role. Rio also explains why he would pick Kobbie Mainoo for England, questions whether England get enough from their most creative players (think Foden, Palmer, Scholes, Le Tissier) and considers whether a high-intensity Premier League approach can deliver success in tournament football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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