Rio Ferdinand Presents

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1. Kane, Olise, Mbappe or Yamal for the Ballon d’Or? Rio & Giggs Pick Their Winners | The Debrief

   23 Oct 2026 · 21 min

   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…

2. Hindsight = 20:20 Vision | Man Utd’s Squad: Bad Planning or Bad Luck?

   19 Oct 2026 · 44 min

   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…

3. Rio Ferdinand: "Give Carrick TIME!" | Leeds vs Man United

   18 Oct 2026 · 15 min

   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…

4. Ander Herrera: The Truth About Leaving Man Utd, Jose vs Pogba & Playing With Messi, Neymar & Mbappé

   15 Oct 2026 · 56 min

   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…

5. Martinez Explodes | Is Carrick Under Pressure?! Yoro Red card Controversy!

   14 Oct 2026 · 13 min

   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…

6. What’s Gone Wrong For Carrick? | Rio Questions Man Utd’s Standards & Wirtz’s Impact

   12 Oct 2026 · 35 min

   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…

7. Rio Reacts | Ronaldo Statement

   7 Oct 2026 · 13 min

   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…

8. At 23 Who’s Better - Rooney or Bellingham? | Portugal Have Handled Ronaldo “Poorly”

   5 Oct 2026 · 40 min

   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.…

9. Can Man United ACTUALLY Afford Their 2028 Title Ambition? | The Debrief

   30 Sep 2026 · 40 min

   Almost £678 million in revenue, yet Manchester United are still reporting a £40 million loss. Where is the money going and what does it mean for the club’s future? The Athletic’s Laurie Whitwell joins Rio Ferdinand and…

10. Hand Back Those Medals! | Rio on Man City Punishment + JJ Gabriel Advice

    28 Sep 2026 · 41 min

    Rio Ferdinand is back alongside Joel Beya and Ste Howson to discuss Manchester City’s potential punishment, England’s defeat to Spain and the biggest talking points at Manchester United.Rio explains why he believes…

11. Man Utd Walking was “BY DESIGN” Not Through Lack of Effort

    21 Sep 2026 · 36 min

    Two-time Premier League winner Joleon Lescott joins Joel Beya and Stephen Howson for another episode of Rio Presents, bringing his experience as a defender and England coach to Manchester United’s frustrating draw at…

12. Ryan Giggs: We haven’t got a PROPER Winger | Why United failed vs Man City

    14 Sep 2026 · 40 min

    Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs joins Joel Beya and Stephen Howson for a special episode of Rio Presents, bringing the perspective of a player who won 13 Premier League titles and has made more appearances in the…

13. The Debrief: Giggs on How Marcus Rashford rebuilds relationship with Man United fans

    9 Sep 2026 · 44 min

    In another episode of The Debrief with Rio Ferdinand and Ryan Giggs, the two catch up after a busy summer which included Ryan bumping into Elliot Anderson before he signed for rivals Manchester City! There’s plenty to…

14. “Man Utd’s Defence Is Costing Them!” | Can Carrick Fix it Before the Derby?

    7 Sep 2026 · 31 min

    Rio Ferdinand, Joel Beya and Stephen Howson react to Manchester United’s dramatic 2–2 draw at Everton and assess the defensive problems threatening Michael Carrick’s promising rebuild. Rio explains what he likes about…

15. The Craziest Transfer Window Ever? 🚨 | The Truth Behind Man United’s £150M Budget

    2 Sep 2026 · 23 min

    Arsenal: Bruno Guimarães (£75m), Ezri Konsa (£55m), and Christos Tzolis (£34m) bring elite spine depth, but without a marquee killer up front, can Arteta turn narrow draws into title-winning victories? Chelsea:…

16. The Debrief: Why Playing Lionel Messi Was “Impossible” for Man United

    1 Sep 2026 · 11 min

    What was it really like trying to stop Lionel Messi at his peak? After Messi announced his retirement from International football, Rio Ferdinand and Ryan Giggs revisit their battles with the Argentine icon, including…

17. Bruno better than Cantona? Rio Responds to Carrick’s Man Utd Revival

    31 Aug 2026 · 51 min

    Manchester United are back among the goals after firing 33 shots in a 5-2 win over Ipswich - but is Michael Carrick rebuilding the fearless, attacking mentality Rio Ferdinand remembers from the Sir Alex Ferguson era?…

18. Bruno Fernandes is the Problem! Man Utd Thrash Ipswich!

    30 Aug 2026 · 26 min

    Manchester United bounce back with a huge 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town at Old Trafford! Rio Reacts breaks down the game, from a nervy first half to a much stronger second-half performance. The big talking points…

19. What Went Wrong for Man Utd and How to Fix it? Rio Ferdinand’s Hull Verdict

    24 Aug 2026 · 36 min

    Rio Presents is back for a brand-new season, with Rio Ferdinand joined by Joel Beya and Stephen Howson to analyse the opening weekend of Premier League action. Rio gives his honest assessment of Manchester United’s…

20. Baleba to Man Utd done? 🚨 Konsa to Arsenal & Watkins Saudi bombshell | Rio Reacts

    19 Aug 2026 · 13 min

    The transfer market is officially on fire! 🔥 Rio Ferdinand is back on Rio Reacts breaking down massive deadline moves and breaking news across the Premier League. Manchester United are closing in on Brighton midfield…

21. Youri Tielemans: Rashford is the Opposite of What People Say | Carrick sees himself in me

    14 Aug 2026 · 33 min

    Rio Ferdinand sits down with new Manchester United midfielder Youri Tielemans to discuss his surprise move to Old Trafford, his first conversations with Michael Carrick and why joining United was an opportunity he…

22. Rio on Marcus Rashford's Return & Myles Lewis-Skelly Transfer Links!

    11 Aug 2026 · 5:24

    Pitchside and live from Manchester United’s pre-season training camp! Rio Ferdinand reacts directly to the latest major headlines coming out of the Red Devils' tour. In this episode, Rio breaks down Marcus Rashford’s…

23. Chicharito: Everyone Gets Cristiano Wrong | One thing Haaland is missing

    6 Aug 2026 · 58 min

    Former Manchester United and Real Madrid striker Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández joins Rio Ferdinand to relive one of football's most remarkable careers, opening up on the dressing rooms that shaped him and the biggest…

24. Hugo Lloris: After losing to Messi - It’s Mbappe’s DESTINY to win this World Cup

    14 Jul 2026 · 1 h 00 min

    World Cup-winning captain Hugo Lloris joins Rio Ferdinand for an exclusive conversation that only a handful of people in football history could ever have. As one of the few men to captain his country to World Cup…

25. Tuchel Keeps Proving Doubters Wrong - Rio Picks World Cup Dream Team

    13 Jul 2026 · 19 min

    It’s time for Joel and Ste to head back after a month in LA with Airbnb so the trio settle down in the outdoor pool to review the tournament so far including how resolute and impressive Thomas Tuchel has been…

26. Jude is England’s best Tournament Player since 1966

    12 Jul 2026 · 15 min

    Continuing his trip around Los Angeles with Airbnb, Rio watches the England v Norway match on Venice Bach with Fox Sports commentator Darren Fletcher. After scoring another brace, Rio declares that Jude Bellingham is…

27. Why Andrey Santos is NOT over-priced at £50m | How to defend Haaland

    10 Jul 2026 · 31 min

    Rio continues his trip round LA thanks to Airbnb and invites Fara Williams to join him, Ste Howson and Joel Beya to round up the latest transfer news from the Premier League and looks ahead to England’s World Cup…

28. Responds to Jude Bellingham’s “Crumble” Comments

    6 Jul 2026 · 18 min

    Rio gathers everyone around the fire pit at his Airbnb after England were victorious in a World Cup Classic in Mexico City. Jude Bellingham was England’s talisman again and spoke about how his teammates are different…

29. Playing with Messi and Training with Yamal | Thiago Alcántara takes us BTS at Barca

    4 Jul 2026 · 59 min

    Thiago Alcântara joins Rio Ferdinand at his Airbnb in Los Angeles for one of the most detailed football conversations you'll hear anywhere. From turning down Manchester United before eventually facing Rio in the…

30. Messi, Olise or Kane for the Ballon d’Or

    3 Jul 2026 · 35 min

    Rio is joined at his Airbnb by Joleon Lescott, Joel Beya and Ste Howson to speak about Harry Kane’s exploits, the contenders for the Ballon d’Or and Joleon’s journey into coaching. Lescott hits out at John Terry’s…

31. England fans need to have faith in Thomas Tuchel | Harry King Kane

    1 Jul 2026 · 13 min

    After Thomas Tuchel’s passionate tactical intervention helped England turn the game round against DR Congo, Rio is adamant that England fans need to have faith in the manager’s plans. Oussi questions Rio on England’s…

32. Rashford will unlock defences | Why France remind me of Brazil in ’02

    29 Jun 2026 · 29 min

    Rio is joined at his Airbnb by Joel Beya and Ste Howson after a hectic few days where the trio went on a horse riding experience, welcomed Spain, Barcelona, Liverpool an Bayern Munich legend Thiago to the villa and…

33. Jude Bellingham Always Over-Delivers | Zero minutes for Mainoo 😑

    28 Jun 2026 · 15 min

    England got the job done against Panama, but was it the convincing World Cup performance everyone expected? Rio Ferdinand is back at his Airbnb in Los Angeles with Joel Beya and Ste Howson to break down England’s…

34. Tuchel should use Mainoo more | What really happened after Ronaldo's wink vs Rooney

    26 Jun 2026 · 33 min

    As the group stage nears its conclusion, Rio looks at the players and teams that have impressed him the most whilst analysing England’s midfield and revealing who initiated the first contact between Cristiano Ronaldo…

35. Seedorf: I love “Old School" Jude Bellingham | People should respect Cristiano Ronaldo

    25 Jun 2026 · 1 h 04 min

    This is Clarence Seedorf as you've rarely seen him before - thoughtful, uncompromising and still analysing the game with the same intensity that defined his playing career. Seedorf joins Rio at his Airbnb in Los…

36. There will be an overreaction in England | Why would you doubt Cristiano?

    24 Jun 2026 · 13 min

    After watching England’s draw with Ghana at a local bar in West Hollywood, Rio is joined by Ste Howson and Joel Beya to look at what England needed to break down an organised defence. There’s praise for Rio’s former…

37. Rio Defends Jeremy Doku and Cristiano Ronaldo & Picks His Top Front 3

    21 Jun 2026 · 22 min

    Rio is poolside at his Beverly Hills Airbnb with Ste Howson and Joel Beya to discuss a pair of players who have been criticised heavily at the World Cup. Jeremy Doku has faced huge media pressure after he announced…

38. Thierry Henry Explains Messi's Dressing Room Aura | How France win the World Cup

    19 Jun 2026 · 1 h 00 min

    This is Thierry Henry as you rarely hear him - brutally honest, analytical and still completely obsessed with competition, winning and perfection at the highest level of football. Henry visits Rio at his Airbnb in LA…

39. Praise for Bellingham, Rashford and England's Bench - That Could be the Difference

    18 Jun 2026 · 26 min

    Following England’s opening victory over Croatia, Rio is full of praise for the way Thomas Tuchel set up and managed the team after they scored 4 goals and created many more opportunities. After watching the match in…

40. World Cup of Strikers | Messi, Mbappe and Haaland all strike gold

    16 Jun 2026 · 43 min

    Rio invites his old team mate Robbie Keane to his Airbnb to discuss the big-name strikers who have started so impressively at the World Cup. With Mbappe and Haaland scoring braces and Messi going one better with a…

41. Kaka On Neymar, Brazil’s World Cup Chances & Why Ancelotti is 'Perfect'

    12 Jun 2026 · 57 min

    This is Kaká as you rarely see or hear him - one of football’s most private superstars sitting down in Rio's Airbnb for a remarkably open reflection on a career that made him a global icon and one of the last true…

42. Why Harry Kane is the World’s BEST Number 9 | How Portugal should manage Ronaldo

    11 Jun 2026 · 34 min

    Rio has landed in Los Angeles and invites Joel and Ste over to his Beverly Hills Airbnb for the first pod in the US where they look ahead to the tournament, analyse the dilemmas facing Thomas Tuchel and pick their…

43. Gary Neville: Why Harry Kane Will BREAK Alan Shearer’s Record

    8 Jun 2026 · 1 h 15 min

    This is Gary Neville as you’ve never seen him before - sitting with Rio in his Airbnb and opening up about some hugely personal topics including the loss of his father, the abuse he suffered when out on the street with…

44. Ollie Watkins: That Semi-Final Goal Changed my Career Forever

    2 Jun 2026 · 52 min

    This is Ollie Watkins reflecting on a journey that very few footballers ever experience - opening up on going from League Two and non-league football to scoring one of England’s biggest goals in recent history.…

45. Joao Pedro: Cole Palmer would start for Brazil | Why Neymar is an idol to me and my Mum

    27 May 2026 · 38 min

    João Pedro opens up on the pressure and sacrifices behind his journey from Brazil to the Premier League - revealing how his mum quitting her job to support his football dream made him realise at just 15 years old that…

46. “Sir Alex Is STILL Better Than Pep” | Rio on GOAT Manager + Man United signing Lewandowski

    25 May 2026 · 47 min

    Rio is joined by Ste Howson and Joel Beya to react to the end of the Premier League season - including why Bruno Fernandes deserves to be Player of the Year and why Rio believes his numbers alongside better attacking…

47. INEOS have to BACK Michael Carrick at Man United | Why Bruno’s record tops Henry’s and De Bruyne's

    18 May 2026 · 30 min

    As everyone awaits confirmation of Michael Carrick being named as Manchester United manager, Rio is joined by Ste Howson and Joel Beya to discuss the reasons INEOS have finally backed him, whether the fanbase is truly…

48. Casemiro: Carrick Deserves This Job - He Reminds me of Ancelotti

    13 May 2026 · 35 min

    After the journey from the training ground where Casemiro discussed his career before joining Manchester United, on their arrival at Old Trafford, him and Rio discuss everything about his time in Manchester whilst…

49. Casemiro in my car! Why Gareth Bale was “most complete” Real Madrid Player | Neymar To WC26? 🇧🇷

    12 May 2026 · 24 min

    Rio picks Casemiro up from the Manchester United training ground to take him to Old Trafford where he’ll discuss his time at the club. But to make the most of the time spent with the Brazilian captain - Rio finds out…

50. People expecting too much of Manchester United and Michael Carrick

    11 May 2026 · 44 min

    Rio is joined by Ste Howson and Joel Beya to break down Manchester United’s frustrating performance against Sunderland and why the reaction from some fans has gone completely over the top. While Ste labels the display…