Gary Lineker's 'The Rest Is Football' has just scored a hat-trick – it's not just extending its Netflix deal until 2028, but also finding itself in perfect sync with the Premier League and Champions League action. This partnership is set to keep delivering top-notch analysis, banter, and camaraderie every Monday and Friday from August onwards, with new episodes airing twice weekly on the popular streaming platform.
The show's initial 40-day World Cup stint was a resounding success, with daily episodes keeping fans glued to their screens throughout the tournament. And what a finale it was – Spain emerging victorious against Argentina in the final! Lineker himself described the experience as a 'brilliant time' with an 'incredible response', and he's clearly chuffed to bits about continuing to dish out his unique brand of football punditry each week.
Produced by Goalhanger, the same company behind other hit shows like 'The Rest Is History' and 'The Rest Is Politics', this partnership is a masterstroke – positioning 'The Rest Is Football' for long-term success in an era where social media restrictions are looming on the horizon. As under-18s in the UK face stricter online regulations, this Netflix deal is a savvy move, ensuring that Lineker's trio of footballing delights reaches the biggest audience possible.
From August onwards, fans can look forward to regular doses of Match of the Day-esque banter and analysis from Gary, Alan Shearer, and Micah Richards. With two club seasons' worth of action on the horizon, this partnership promises to keep delivering the goods – serious football chat, wicked one-liners, and genuine warmth that's as authentic as it is entertaining.
Co-founder Tony Pastor of Goalhanger hailed the show's rapid growth since its launch after the previous World Cup. He credited the trio's genuine friendship and constant football discussions for setting a strong foundation – one that Netflix has helped preserve by allowing them to blend serious analysis with humour and warmth in just the right proportions.