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Rio Ferdinand PresentsJoin Rio Ferdinand & his friends, who discuss all the biggest talking points from the world of football Author: 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Football, Soccer, Sports Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Why Arsenal fans should believe | Ranking Vini Jr, Neymar and Saka | Truth about Pep
Thursday, 2 April, 2026
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 one of his most open and revealing interviews yet.From growing up in a favela playing football outside a prison, to sharing a dressing room with legends at Manchester City, Jesus reflects on the journey that shaped him — both as a player and a person.When discussing Arsenal’s title challenge, Jesus describes the difference in leadership between Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice along with the two young players who are “killers” in training who expects big things from.He lifts the lid on working under Pep Guardiola - including the tactical demands, the intensity in training, and the one thing Pep tries to coach out of all the Brazilian players.Jesus also reveals how he developed his bond with Neymar and why he thinks he’s the greatest player of his generation.There are also incredible insights into elite dressing rooms, from Vincent Kompany’s leadership to Sergio Agüero’s mentality, plus Jesus’ ultimate 5-a-side team. This is a conversation about football at the highest level — but more importantly, about mindset, identity and what it really takes to win.👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments and who you want Rio to sit down with next!00:00 Intro: The boy from Brazil01:14 Meeting Gabriel Jesus01:29 Growing up in the Favelas: My first football02:31 Playing at the Police Complex: More than just a game03:56 The loss of passion in modern Brazilian football05:16 The greatness of Neymar Jr.07:27 Dealing with pressure in Brazil vs. England09:02 When ex-players talk: Impact on the dressing room11:35 Arriving at Man City: Meeting Pep & legends13:16 Pep’s "Best Striker-Defender": Sacrificing for the team14:31 Creating chaos: The role of the modern No. 916:42 How the game has changed in 10 years18:55 Does Pep Guardiola allow freedom?21:16 Coaching specifics: "Don't use your studs!"23:10 The unpredictability of playing for Pep25:16 Vincent Kompany: A manager in the making27:11 Rio’s most under-appreciated teammates29:22 The Mikel Arteta effect at Arsenal31:01 The mental shift: From 2nd place to Champions33:54 Dressing room leaders: Declan Rice & Martin Ødegaard36:05 Why modern squads need 22 captains37:07 Training with Declan Rice: "The Horse"40:23 Bukayo Saka: Humble, strong, and elite42:38 Comparison: Saka vs. Vinícius & Rodrygo44:21 The next generation: Max Dowman & Ethan Nwaneri47:51 Dark moments: Dealing with long-term injury50:28 Nutrition and lifestyle changes51:41 Finding faith: Baptism and perspective54:00 The life of a footballer: Missing major family moments55:46 Gabby Heinze: The "crazy" coach at Arsenal57:12 Defending Arsenal’s set-piece "dark arts"01:01:44 Final prediction: Will Arsenal win the league?01:02:45 Picking the Ultimate 5-A-Side Team (No Keepers)#RioFerdinand #GabrielJesus #Arsenal #ManchesterCity #PremierLeagueSubscribe: http://bit.ly/15QO9WERio Ferdinand Presents: rioferdinandpresents.comRio Ferdinand Presents Instagram: https://instagram.com/rioferdinandpresentsRio Ferdinand Presents Twitter/X: https://x.com/RioMeetsRio Ferdinand Presents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rioferdinandpresentsRio Ferdinand Presents TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rioferdinandpresentsRio Ferdinand Presents Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rioferdinandpresentsRio Ferdinand Instagram: https://instagram.com/rioferdy5Rio Ferdinand Twitter/X: https://x.com/rioferdy5Rio Ferdinand Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RioFerdinandOfficialRio Ferdinand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rioferdy5Rio Ferdinand Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rioferdy5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
