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Rio Ferdinand Presents
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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Episodes
Rio Ferdinand PresentsCarlos Tevez: Joining City was revenge after I “Gave My Heart To Man United”
Why did Carlos Tevez REALLY leave Manchester United for Manchester City? Rio Ferdinand reunites with his former teammate to hear his side of the story, from…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsKane, 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…
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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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsRio 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…
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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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsMartinez 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…
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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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsRio 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…
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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…
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Can Man United ACTUALLY Afford Their 2028 Title Ambition? | The Debrief
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…
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Hand Back Those Medals! | Rio on Man City Punishment + JJ Gabriel Advice
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsMan Utd Walking was “BY DESIGN” Not Through Lack of Effort
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…
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Ryan Giggs: We haven’t got a PROPER Winger | Why United failed vs Man City
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…
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The Debrief: Giggs on How Marcus Rashford rebuilds relationship with Man United fans
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…
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“Man Utd’s Defence Is Costing Them!” | Can Carrick Fix it Before the Derby?
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsThe Craziest Transfer Window Ever? 🚨 | The Truth Behind Man United’s £150M Budget
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…
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The Debrief: Why Playing Lionel Messi Was “Impossible” for Man United
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…
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Bruno better than Cantona? Rio Responds to Carrick’s Man Utd Revival
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsBruno Fernandes is the Problem! Man Utd Thrash Ipswich!
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…
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What Went Wrong for Man Utd and How to Fix it? Rio Ferdinand’s Hull Verdict
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…
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Baleba to Man Utd done? 🚨 Konsa to Arsenal & Watkins Saudi bombshell | Rio Reacts
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsYouri Tielemans: Rashford is the Opposite of What People Say | Carrick sees himself in me
Rio Ferdinand sits down with new Manchester United midfielder Youri Tielemans to discuss his surprise move to Old Trafford, his first conversations with…
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Rio on Marcus Rashford's Return & Myles Lewis-Skelly Transfer Links!
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'…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsChicharito: Everyone Gets Cristiano Wrong | One thing Haaland is missing
Former Manchester United and Real Madrid striker Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández joins Rio Ferdinand to relive one of football's most remarkable careers, opening…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsHugo Lloris: After losing to Messi - It’s Mbappe’s DESTINY to win this World Cup
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsTuchel Keeps Proving Doubters Wrong - Rio Picks World Cup Dream Team
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsJude is England’s best Tournament Player since 1966
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsWhy Andrey Santos is NOT over-priced at £50m | How to defend Haaland
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsResponds to Jude Bellingham’s “Crumble” Comments
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsPlaying with Messi and Training with Yamal | Thiago Alcántara takes us BTS at Barca
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsMessi, Olise or Kane for the Ballon d’Or
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsEngland fans need to have faith in Thomas Tuchel | Harry King Kane
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsRashford will unlock defences | Why France remind me of Brazil in ’02
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsJude Bellingham Always Over-Delivers | Zero minutes for Mainoo 😑
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsTuchel should use Mainoo more | What really happened after Ronaldo's wink vs Rooney
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsSeedorf: I love “Old School" Jude Bellingham | People should respect Cristiano Ronaldo
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsThere will be an overreaction in England | Why would you doubt Cristiano?
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsRio Defends Jeremy Doku and Cristiano Ronaldo & Picks His Top Front 3
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsThierry Henry Explains Messi's Dressing Room Aura | How France win the World Cup
This is Thierry Henry as you rarely hear him - brutally honest, analytical and still completely obsessed with competition, winning and perfection at the…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsPraise for Bellingham, Rashford and England's Bench - That Could be the Difference
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsWorld Cup of Strikers | Messi, Mbappe and Haaland all strike gold
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsKaka On Neymar, Brazil’s World Cup Chances & Why Ancelotti is 'Perfect'
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsWhy Harry Kane is the World’s BEST Number 9 | How Portugal should manage Ronaldo
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsGary Neville: Why Harry Kane Will BREAK Alan Shearer’s Record
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsOllie Watkins: That Semi-Final Goal Changed my Career Forever
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsJoao Pedro: Cole Palmer would start for Brazil | Why Neymar is an idol to me and my Mum
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…
Rio Ferdinand Presents“Sir Alex Is STILL Better Than Pep” | Rio on GOAT Manager + Man United signing Lewandowski
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsINEOS have to BACK Michael Carrick at Man United | Why Bruno’s record tops Henry’s and De Bruyne's
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsCasemiro: Carrick Deserves This Job - He Reminds me of Ancelotti
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsCasemiro in my car! Why Gareth Bale was “most complete” Real Madrid Player | Neymar To WC26? 🇧🇷
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsPeople expecting too much of Manchester United and Michael Carrick
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…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsMichael Carrick doesn’t get enough credit for everything he’s dealt with at Man United
Fresh from another victory over rivals Liverpool, Rio is joined by Ste Howson and Joel Beya to discuss the performance of midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, the reasons…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsLiving With Ronaldo Was WAR… And I Was Doing His Weekly Shop! | Rio Meets Anderson
Anderson sits down with Rio Ferdinand for one of the most honest and unexpected Rio Meets yet — a story that goes far beyond football and one that’s been…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsHow do you replace Casemiro at Man Utd? | People can’t be picky about performances
Fresh off winning “YouTube Channel of the Year” at the British Sports Journalism Awards, Rio Ferdinand is joined by Ste Howson and Joel Beya to break down…
Rio Ferdinand Presents“I Should Have Done More…” Paul Pogba Gets Honest About Man Utd, Pressure & His Family
This is Paul Pogba like you’ve never seen him before. In one of his most open and honest conversations, Pogba sits down with Rio Ferdinand to talk through the…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsCole Palmer Signing Would Help Bruno! | Give Carrick the Job
Rio is joined by two former captains of Manchester United, Ryan Giggs and Patrice Evra to analyse everything that’s happened at the club this season and look…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsArsenal Crumble? Man City Smash Chelsea as the Title Race Blows Open! Rio & Ste Tease JoeL
Welcome back to Rio Presents, brought to you by CRAFTD. We’re live and direct after a huge weekend in the title race, with plenty to get into following…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsReasons Man Utd need to sign Elliot Anderson and Dutch Wonderkid
As attention switches back to the Premier League and Manchester United’s Champions League qualification - Rio is joined by Ste Howson and Joel Beya to discuss…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsWhy Arsenal fans should believe | Ranking Vini Jr, Neymar and Saka | Truth about Pep
Rio Meets is where the biggest names in football tell the stories you’ve never heard before and in this episode Gabriel Jesus sits down with Rio Ferdinand for…
Rio Ferdinand PresentsRio Picks His England XI… Mainoo over Anderson and Rashford starts too
With only 90 minutes of international football before Thomas Tuchel names his England World Cup squad, Rio Ferdinand sits down with Joel Beya and Ste Howson to…