Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, and Micah Richards have done what no podcast on Netflix has managed before — and the 2026 FIFA World Cup is the reason why.
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The Rest Is Football: Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Platform | Netflix |
| Format | Daily Video Podcast |
| Hosts | Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Micah Richards |
| Event | 2026 FIFA World Cup |
| Go-Live Time | 6 AM BST / 1 AM ET |
| Peak UK Chart Position | #2 |
| Produced By | Goalhanger Podcasts |
What Is The Rest Is Football?
Goalhanger Podcasts struck a deal with Netflix to bring Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, and Micah Richards’ hit football podcast to the streamer as a daily show specifically for the 2026 FIFA World Cup — making it one of the first Netflix podcasts to go live regularly, broadcasting daily from a studio in New York with full camera work, guests, and genuine production value. whats-on-netflix
The timing was everything. With the North American World Cup already generating enormous buzz, football fans across the globe needed their daily punditry fix — and these three delivered.
Why This Is Such a Big Deal
Netflix has had over 50 unique podcasts on its platform in 2026, yet none had ever featured in the daily Top 10 charts — until now. The Rest Is Football shattered that barrier, consistently ranking in the top 3 in the United Kingdom, peaking at #2 overall, and performing strongly in Ireland and Iceland as well. whats-on-netflix
UK Daily Top 10 Performance (Sample Week)
| Date | UK Rank |
|---|---|
| Jun 11 | #3 |
| Jun 12 | #2 |
| Jun 13 | #2 |
| Jun 14 | #3 |
| Jun 15 | #6 |
| Jun 17 | #2 |
What Netflix’s CEO Says About Podcasts?
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos recently explained the platform’s podcasting pivot: “What they don’t want is the overproduced seven-minute couch interview on the talk show… They really want to hear this long freeform interview with their guard down, just a real casual conversation.” Early data also shows audiences are watching during the day — a time when streaming usually sees very little activity — and consuming more content on mobile than Netflix typically sees with other programming.
This is a genuine shift in how people interact with podcasting — and Netflix is smartly riding that wave.
What It Means for Netflix’s Future
The success raises a crucial question: will Netflix attempt to replicate this daily, sports-adjacent live format for other major global events going forward? With the World Cup knockout stages still ahead, the momentum is only building. whats-on-netflix
For more on the biggest streaming news and what to watch during the FIFA World Cup 2026, head to TechnoSports and explore our roundup of the best sports content on Netflix right now.
FAQs
Q: Where can I watch The Rest Is Football on Netflix?
The show streams daily on Netflix, going live at 6 AM BST (1 AM ET) each day, with the full episode available to watch on-demand at any time after broadcast throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Q: Who are the hosts of The Rest Is Football on Netflix?
The show is hosted by football legends Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, and Micah Richards — three of the UK’s most beloved football pundits, who built a listener base of 7–8 million through their podcast before bringing it to Netflix.
