Paul Scholes talks post-football life, parenting challenges and the Golden Generation | The Overlap

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  • čas přidán 28. 09. 2022
  • We’re in Oldham for Paul’s full interview, brought to you by Sky Bet, as we take in his fantastic gym and the local scenery.
    He opens up on what life has been like for him since retiring from playing and a sometimes difficult home life.
    Paul also shares his thoughts on what went wrong for Ole at United and how he nearly came out of international retirement for Capello’s England.
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  • @ColonelSternlove
    @ColonelSternlove Před rokem +1953

    Best interview on the overlap yet, Scholesy opened up like never before and it was a refreshing, honest insight into his thought process, career, his family’s life and the subject of autism. Brilliant player, world class talent and has retired gracefully. Legend.

    • @dan.808
      @dan.808 Před rokem +16

      Everyone says this every time 😂😂

    • @johnpearson709
      @johnpearson709 Před rokem +32

      Never seen scholes. Like this . Dry sense of humour love it

    • @matthewhibbs5352
      @matthewhibbs5352 Před rokem +2

      Totally agree

    • @martindell5623
      @martindell5623 Před rokem +6

      @@johnpearson709 I remember being surprised a few years ago when I seen an ex player saying he was one of the biggest jokers

    • @ChristianTheRock
      @ChristianTheRock Před rokem +13

      Probably my favourite one so far. Being a Liverpool fan the Carra one was decent and the Gerrard one was ok, this one was great.

  • @TheMongolat
    @TheMongolat Před rokem +918

    As a United-fan with an autistic son aswell, this hit hard. I had no idea Scholesy had a son with autism.
    It can be extremely difficult at times, especially at a young age. My boy is now 14 and has probably had a different development than young Scholesy. He is catching up to his own age and is a happy kid. Hopefully Scholes Jr. has a happy life ❤

    • @jonnywalker3208
      @jonnywalker3208 Před rokem +34

      Same here bro, the struggle is real, definitely challenging but it's comforting in a way to see Paul talk so openly about the struggles we face on a daily basis, all the best to you and yours pal.

    • @dmbdajoker616
      @dmbdajoker616 Před rokem +32

      I’m a foster cater to two SEN boys, one with global development delay and one with autism as their prime difficulties and literally had the biggest meltdown today after a hospital app. Bit, scratched, strangled screamed and punched me all the way from the hospital to the car and then trying to get him buckled in the car. So was so nice to watch this now and hear someone that admire first off but also just someone else’s views and speak so openly about it can be such a struggle but so rewarding and they’re so much more appreciative of the smaller things when you’re having good times. Sort of makes up for them kick offs 😂. All the best with your families guys you’re doing a great job ❤

    • @joeburns9676
      @joeburns9676 Před rokem +20

      I’ve got a little boy who’s 3 in November who’s going through the diagnosis now for autism
      It’s a struggle to get to grips of it some days and people don’t understand about autism and the government don’t do enough for kids with autism we are looking at over a year to get a diagnosis , wish you all the best in life great for scholes to speak about it

    • @matthewday7162
      @matthewday7162 Před rokem +17

      My son too has autism. Everyday Is difficult. We all do the best for our kids for them to be happy despite the difficulties and struggles they face daily. It’s warming to see how Scholsey talks about it so openly here and can relate to us all as we do to him. He is such a down to earth, lovely guy. A United legend and one of the best midfielders of our generation. Such an amazing person

    • @Rizwaan122
      @Rizwaan122 Před rokem +13

      Autism is definitely a vast spectrum. Some people can function pretty fine in society, some people require a lot more help

  • @paulmchugh4319
    @paulmchugh4319 Před rokem +377

    Never stop doing this Gary, these interviews go beyond football, I sit here and genuinely learn something new, best wishes to Paul Scholes and his family, humble and strong

  • @bialystockbloom4022
    @bialystockbloom4022 Před rokem +128

    The absolute opposite of a standard interview or talk show and a million times better for it. Genuine warmth, humour, friendship and insight into both men's character. I'm not football fan and only intended to watch for a minute because Paul Scholes always came across as so self-contained. 40 minutes later... Brilliant stuff.

  • @Thomasccanada
    @Thomasccanada Před rokem +277

    Gary really cares for scholsey - really nice to see and so genuine

    • @dancarver9995
      @dancarver9995 Před rokem +2

      Neville only cares about Salford FC & the Labour Party 👍

    • @bluesEvanskro
      @bluesEvanskro Před rokem +67

      @@dancarver9995 yet you’re here on his CZcams football show🤨

    • @PullThatUpJamie
      @PullThatUpJamie Před rokem

      @@dancarver9995 dududu fuck the toriessss dudududu fuck the toriesssss

    • @mckendrick4046
      @mckendrick4046 Před rokem

      @@dancarver9995 Tory helmet polisher. Why the fuck are you here, then?

    • @dylanmulroe9978
      @dylanmulroe9978 Před rokem +7

      @@dancarver9995 and you’re still watching his videos 😭😭

  • @honestyloyaltyrespect5893
    @honestyloyaltyrespect5893 Před rokem +386

    Liverpool fan, grew up watching Scholes carve my team apart year after year with his incredible passing. What a player, and what a man. Love his approach to life. Love his honesty and how humble he is.

    • @bigdraco2994
      @bigdraco2994 Před rokem +8

      Better than Slippy G

    • @ChrisReadUK
      @ChrisReadUK Před rokem +4

      Respect.

    • @davidr1138
      @davidr1138 Před rokem +42

      Ignore the trolls... I am a life long United fan and I have always tried to recognise talent nomatter who they are or who they play for. Paul Scholes is my favourite player of all time because of his attitude, ability and dedication to the club, but deep down everyone knows that Liverpool have some truly great players, past and present.

    • @ChrisReadUK
      @ChrisReadUK Před rokem +6

      @@davidr1138 well said!

    • @Nothing-yi6vw
      @Nothing-yi6vw Před rokem +16

      @@bigdraco2994 Fergie tried signing slippy g ya dafty 😢

  • @Chris-kc5id
    @Chris-kc5id Před rokem +286

    City fan but what a legitimate legend. Nothing but respect. The stuff about his son really hit me. Absolutely top class fella. Amazing job, Gary.

    • @BridgeStamford
      @BridgeStamford Před rokem +1

      Go on out of that

    • @deryaphillips2755
      @deryaphillips2755 Před 4 měsíci +1

      I think even City and Scousers respect Scholsey - he's a no BS, good guy and such a player !

    • @saidhammar5006
      @saidhammar5006 Před 2 měsíci +1

      As a Manchester United fan I respect all the great English clubs and their emblematic players, even City and Liverpool. There is no point in hating each other honestly. When Man Utd is not involved, I always support other English teams. And am not even English. I just love the Premier League and it sounds fair to me to back up the English teams.

    • @anthonyeveritt9366
      @anthonyeveritt9366 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Respect

  • @mcbc4
    @mcbc4 Před rokem +121

    Had tears in my eyes listening to Scholesey talk about Aidan. Good to hear how open he was talking about autism. Wishing for more progression for Aidan!

    • @Otto45
      @Otto45 Před rokem +1

      You must be an emasculated man to cry so easy.
      If they ever draft you to the military, you're done for..

    • @ajaini1709
      @ajaini1709 Před 10 měsíci +1

      You look emotional mate

    • @user-bx2gw4um3r
      @user-bx2gw4um3r Před 21 dnem

      I'm reaching out for a friend. Please

  • @lp3761
    @lp3761 Před rokem +273

    The chemistry between these two is amazing and it makes watching an absolute pleasure. What is so endearing about Scholesy is the fact he's such a relatable, down to earth bloke who you could meet in the pub, despite being one of the best footballers ever. His openess and candid account of his mental struggles, despite a world class career, money and fame (what society indoctrinates you to believe will make you happy), is refreshing. A breath of fresh air watching this.

    • @mitchsanderson8206
      @mitchsanderson8206 Před rokem

      Well said 👏

    • @charlielad6124
      @charlielad6124 Před rokem +1

      Overrated though

    • @stephenm5327
      @stephenm5327 Před rokem +13

      @@charlielad6124 I disagree, he was not overrated, not in the slightest.

    • @seanpaulgrant7828
      @seanpaulgrant7828 Před rokem +8

      He is also the reason Rooney changed his mind and stayed at the club...after a drink and chat down the local pub.

    • @NathanMcCabe88
      @NathanMcCabe88 Před rokem

      He'd be sat on his own in the pub not speaking to anyone though wouldn't he? 🤣

  • @UnitedPeoplesTV
    @UnitedPeoplesTV Před rokem +268

    Paul Scholes is fantastic to listen to when he's comfortable and speaking to somebody he trusts so he can open up in the way he wants to. Comes across so differently. Genuinely class watch this and Gary is probably one of the only people who could get it from him. Class interview.

  • @MattW87
    @MattW87 Před rokem +27

    Our lad is 7 with autism and severe learning disabilities, this broke my heart. Wish Scholesy and his family nothing but the best ❤️

  • @andymoore7556
    @andymoore7556 Před rokem +36

    Paul Scholes what a player and genuine good man. Sounds like he’s an even better Dad. YNWA.

  • @adimudiraj
    @adimudiraj Před rokem +150

    I’ve watched every United player here on overlap and you notice is they all are humble, very self critical and kind of loners (Roy, Paul, even Becks to a certain extent). All they wanted was to be home with family and play for United. Have to give it to Sir Alex for identifying these amazing players and making them world class.

    • @tyronebooth278
      @tyronebooth278 Před rokem +23

      Whilst Sir Alex definitely deserves massive credit for the role he played I think the majority of the credit should go to the academy coaches who nurtured them into becoming the down to earth superstars they became. Compared to today’s academy players who have barely played a minutes first team football but are already arrogant primadonnas in their own minds.

    • @adimudiraj
      @adimudiraj Před rokem +4

      @@tyronebooth278 Agree…. They need credit too

    • @hotbot4219
      @hotbot4219 Před rokem

      Fehgie didnt make them world class your having a laugh

    • @brettpilkington9539
      @brettpilkington9539 Před 8 měsíci +1

      ​@@tyronebooth278it's the money though, back then they barely got anything but now they can be millionaires at age 18/19, Becks became arrogant once he got wealth and world fame, he's not the nice humble guy he portrays in the media, he has a nasty side to him

  • @MrHolden17
    @MrHolden17 Před rokem +412

    Great interview, open, brave and honest to discuss personal family topics. Wish him and his family all the very best.

    • @dancarver9995
      @dancarver9995 Před rokem +2

      Haha brave....

    • @niall-b4902
      @niall-b4902 Před rokem +26

      @@dancarver9995 how's that amusing? Yeh he's a multi millionaire successful sportsman, but opening up about kids and personal space takes some nads.

    • @fargodavilleitnotd6729
      @fargodavilleitnotd6729 Před rokem +11

      damn right mate, Legend, big up to Scholesy & his family.

    • @66kaisersoza
      @66kaisersoza Před rokem +4

      Stunning and brave!..

    • @marekfalk5369
      @marekfalk5369 Před rokem

      @@dancarver9995 u are a clown

  • @DJeMo
    @DJeMo Před rokem +10

    Liverpool fan here and I've always hated to admire many of the players and mindset of this class of players from them united fergie days, but I have an absolute admiration for the human being that Paul Scholes is after this deep insight to his journey in life among his private family matters and even how he thinks, a very strong minded individual and so so grounded, thanks for this, top men....

  • @Dan_McP
    @Dan_McP Před rokem +6

    I’m 29, have high functioning autism, and also work with kids/teenagers. I know for a fact that, just by talking for a short period about Aiden, his struggles and how it’s affected the whole family, Paul has just made some parents realise that it’s okay to talk about these subjects in such an open way. I had absolutely no idea and he deserves credit for talking about it, as does Gary for bringing it up and asking questions in such a respectful and delicate manner. Remains one of my favourite CZcams channels ❤️

  • @johngammon963
    @johngammon963 Před rokem +789

    Scholes: I don't remember, don't remember, I don't remember a lot of things no. Neville: Do you remember when you scored against City Scholes: Yeah.

    • @cph4314
      @cph4314 Před rokem +16

      Always remember your big goals

    • @bigdraco2994
      @bigdraco2994 Před rokem +23

      @@cph4314 big goal against a small club

    • @cph4314
      @cph4314 Před rokem +14

      @@bigdraco2994 he's a Manchester lad, big game

    • @d.s5508
      @d.s5508 Před rokem +2

      he loves football, so it’s probably one of the few things he remembers

    • @Roscoe.P.Coldchain
      @Roscoe.P.Coldchain Před rokem

      😂😂

  • @thomaslangley1571
    @thomaslangley1571 Před rokem +135

    It's really cheered me up seeing someone like scholesy who comes across generally closed emotionally, truly open up. I bet it made him feel better. Fair play to Gary. Well done Scholesy. On and off the pitch mate.

  • @TtableWhey
    @TtableWhey Před rokem +22

    His humility is mind-blowing. As a player he was an absolute joy to watch.

  • @dee1381
    @dee1381 Před rokem +7

    Paul Scholes is just an ordinary down to earth bloke, who was an exceptional footballer. Never wanted the limelight, just a simple and happy life. Top bloke

  • @mrmace5120
    @mrmace5120 Před rokem +51

    Never heard Paul Scholes do many interviews let alone be so open an honest. Seems like he struggles a bit in life sometimes, but like many people, his personal pride stops him talking to anybody about it. A lot of men are like that. Great episode with a genuinely world class footballer. Zidane said he was the best player he ever played against. Enough said.

    • @dizzydazed8055
      @dizzydazed8055 Před rokem

      it's called life... nothing is always full of 'ups'. Scholes is just talking how most of us get on with it... no need to pay stupid money to see a therapist when you literally have tv/family/friends/movies/food/drinks/exerice/books, honestly people just need to shut the fuck up and bear with it as long as it's not controlling your life; Scholes curtails those emotions through life/experience and he's happy enough to showcase there are downs.
      At the end of the day... vanilla ice cream and decent movie? A bit of playstation and couple of beers? Reading a good Grisham or a fantasy novel with a cup of tea? Sending a What'sApp message to a mate of family member? This is normal... this new generation are massive snowflakes.

  • @asht3648
    @asht3648 Před rokem +87

    The segment about his son really hit home for me, I’ve got a disabled daughter and so many similar traits with Aiden, already respected Scholesy but this interviews made me respect him even more. You can see he’s got things going on but he’s old school in keeping it too himself

  • @alanclarke2510
    @alanclarke2510 Před rokem +18

    One of my heroes Scholesy what a genius of a footballer he was. Great interview, it just shows how normal a man Paul is , reminds me of people where i come from honest and humble , thanks for the memories Scholesy and best of luck for all your family in the future.

  • @sarfarazahmed3113
    @sarfarazahmed3113 Před rokem +17

    Watching more of Scholes on interviews and pundit. I've realised how intelligent he is behind the respected quiet football talent. All the best Paul Scholes!

  • @bogdanbarsan5352
    @bogdanbarsan5352 Před rokem +38

    thank you Gary Neville for this interview, I am a 41 year old Romanian and I remember watching you guys on the TV and the great Manchester Utd squad of mid 90s - early 2000 play, but most importantly for me as I was only a child were those long range goals I was scoring with Paul Scholes in the FIFA games, used to make me so happy man, ... I have been watching a lot of The Overlap interviews and I can tell you none before got my attention and involvement then the 2 interviews with Paul Scholes, don't know why, but I really appreciated his openness and sincerity and honestly speaking there is a lot to learn from a guy that achieved everything and he stayed grounded and just a beautiful genuine normal human being ...

  • @chrissilvester5663
    @chrissilvester5663 Před rokem +131

    One of the best ever interviews on The Overlap imo. I mean Scholsey was always a man of very few words anyway so it's actually refreshing to see him be so open about his life especially when it came to talking about his family his son's autism that must've been difficult.
    I love the fact that Scholesy is very cutting in what he says no holds barred just says how it is in one sentence. There should be an Overlap where the whole of the class of 92 meet up & have a bloody good catch up treat us viewers to an absolute treat.

    • @dancarver9995
      @dancarver9995 Před rokem +3

      That would be excellent....the chat between Neville,Giggs & Beckham about wife beating allegations & shamelessly plugging the Qatar World Cup for millions of pounds would be a fantastic listen.

    • @Tegridy_Gaming
      @Tegridy_Gaming Před rokem

      @@dancarver9995 lmao what a nobhead you are

    • @mitchsanderson8206
      @mitchsanderson8206 Před rokem

      @hfc Liverpool fan mate.

    • @ben_mac8670
      @ben_mac8670 Před rokem

      @@dancarver9995 I don't remember anything about Beckham or Neville apparently beating their wives?

  • @ichrisho
    @ichrisho Před rokem +12

    A beautiful choice by Scholes to be so open and wonderfully handled by Gary - quality message.

  • @isaabdullahi9097
    @isaabdullahi9097 Před rokem +9

    Thanks Gary for this interview. You really get alot of stick, I think unfairly, from people that can't appreciate what you do for football and the punditry. But I think you are a genuine bloke with a warm kind heart. Keep doing your thing Gary. Massive respect.
    Much love Scholsey. Hope it gets easier with the son... You are ever a Legend

  • @adamfergie87
    @adamfergie87 Před rokem +88

    Neville is such a decent bloke. He really cares about his mates and how they are doing in life.

    • @mattkhanna
      @mattkhanna Před rokem +2

      If it gets him paid. He hasn’t reached out to any of the kids who flopped at United and had nothing else in life they wanted to do

    • @Red-Rambo
      @Red-Rambo Před rokem +7

      @@mattkhanna what is that supposed to mean tho? How can he do anything for player's that never made it? They lived different lives ie being a professional footballer you hardly have time for your own family due to training all the time, playing away, and then the same with international football. How can you possibly make time to do anything else?

    • @mattkhanna
      @mattkhanna Před rokem

      @@Red-Rambo so you’re saying his mates can only be world class players ? You don’t think he made friends with anyone else while at the club?

    • @Red-Rambo
      @Red-Rambo Před rokem +6

      @@mattkhanna where did I say that? If thats what you got from my comment then we will just leave it there 🤣

  • @MMAFan1984
    @MMAFan1984 Před rokem +141

    Scholes is not only a world class player he's a decent, real and down to earth person aswell.
    Big respect from an Everton fan

  • @onejohnwhitey
    @onejohnwhitey Před rokem +18

    We too have a 3 year old with autism and people like you scholesy bringing to light your experiences have helped the people we know try to understand what we are going through on a daily basis. There is light at the end of the tunnel after all. Please keep sharing. I'm a lifelong United fan. Loved watching you play football. Love the show Gary.

  • @philjones6449
    @philjones6449 Před rokem +50

    Private, family man who put those in need before himself.
    Top guy and unbelievable player from an LFC fan

  • @bsf723
    @bsf723 Před rokem +191

    Paul Scholes = World Class. There's a reason he will always be one of the greatest midfielders of his generation and a Manchester United icon. Truly a legend as a professional, a parent, and a person.

    • @sts3884
      @sts3884 Před rokem

      🤝

    • @icessoup
      @icessoup Před rokem +1

      he was THE best, if he had a Carrick or Keane with him, it was absolute nothing stopping the team for years and years

    • @charlielad6124
      @charlielad6124 Před rokem

      Gerrard and Lamps well better

    • @rambo235
      @rambo235 Před rokem

      Lampard was way more classier a footballer than scholes will ever be

    • @garethedwards5159
      @garethedwards5159 Před rokem +2

      @@rambo235 Zidane, Iniesta, Xavi and Pirlo disagree. So do I.

  • @truthfully2277
    @truthfully2277 Před rokem +115

    After seeing the personalities of MU players and how long they dominated the EPL, it makes sense why they maintained success for a longtime. They’re all mentally strong, leaders and they were genuine friends. It’s hard to assemble such personalities today. Alex Ferguson is a genuine insightful leader.

  • @Techtiqal
    @Techtiqal Před rokem +9

    Easily the best Overlap yet! Would happily watch 12 hours of Scholesy just talking away, seems like a proper down to earth no nonsense bloke. Watching Gary and him bounce off one another brings back good memories of the old United😭

  • @karlcurry4646
    @karlcurry4646 Před rokem +6

    We've got a 16yr old autistic son. It was so nice to hear Scholesy opening up about it. There were so many similarities between his story and our own. Even in these modern times, in some circles it can still seem like a bit of a taboo subject to those that don't understand, or haven't experienced it. Thank you n well done Scholesy lad. Not just a fantastic footballer, but also a top guy. 👍

  • @sean637
    @sean637 Před rokem +48

    Such an honest, old fashioned bloke.....everything doesn't need to be a crisis these days, running to underqualified therapists....good man scholsey, always been my idol, you and Keaney

    • @josiahjames429
      @josiahjames429 Před rokem +1

      Real talk💯💯

    • @safebans1369
      @safebans1369 Před rokem +2

      Underqualified is the key word! We need decent provision of mental health services through the NHS, 'keep calm and carry on' cant work for everyone

  • @aphowells
    @aphowells Před rokem +151

    Great interview, Scholesy is not only a role model for younger footballers with his attitude, but a genuine decent human and great family man. Several footballers today could take note ;-)

    • @des0connor1
      @des0connor1 Před rokem

      Still gives his daughter pedicures to this day.

    • @ck1643
      @ck1643 Před rokem

      Maybe not the toe nail biting thing... But i take your point

  • @thetruth1862
    @thetruth1862 Před 3 měsíci +3

    My heart goes out to Paul and his family for being strong and helping there son through the autism, love and prayers mate.

  • @Acknetan
    @Acknetan Před rokem +25

    As a Liverpool fan he was the bain of my life he destroyed us several times. What an absolute gent he is. Brilliant player and top man. Well done Nev great interview also.

  • @killahurtzMP
    @killahurtzMP Před rokem +11

    Keano & Scholesy are by far the best two interviews so far on the overlap

    • @ck1643
      @ck1643 Před rokem +1

      The keane one was unreal!

  • @MJRYT19
    @MJRYT19 Před rokem +57

    Honestly amazing content. Always knew Scholsey was an absolute don. This just solidified it. The way he spoke so openly about all subjects of his life and the way Gary gets his guests to open up is a true insight for all us fans to hear. Love that 🤝

  • @chrisrowlands5703
    @chrisrowlands5703 Před rokem +6

    I 'm an Australian and a huge City fan having lived in Manchester for 5 years.....I saw Paul Scholes play for the first time live at the Vincent Kompany testimonial game at the Etihad.......this bloke quite simply is a straight up star......he played the whole game as an attacking midfielder....bossed the pitch like it was his own and at times looked like he had his own ball.....I'm always going to be a City fan and look forward to thrashing MU at every Derby......but from that night and this interview.....I am now truly a Paul Scholes fan....

  • @bobfor4868
    @bobfor4868 Před rokem +5

    That's a fantastic interview. Two old mates having a chinwag. It was so natural. The Shop Steward is a great interviewer and the Greatest Midfielder of his Generation was prepared to open up a bit. Big respect.

  • @Theaircraftguy
    @Theaircraftguy Před rokem +108

    Scholesy is such a no-BS person. Love it

    • @jamesgunn7
      @jamesgunn7 Před rokem

      Until it comes to his mate Ole

    • @fablenumber1fan
      @fablenumber1fan Před rokem

      Typical Northern lad, it is shock to us when someone isn't like this 🤣

  • @haroooga0079
    @haroooga0079 Před rokem +61

    Pure gold the guy never really said more than 20 words an interview throughout his career so cheers gazza lad 👍

    • @bigboy4333
      @bigboy4333 Před rokem

      He has actually, just counted the number of words he said after the FA Cup game against Arsenal, he said 22 words. So you're wrong

  • @natetaylor21
    @natetaylor21 Před rokem +6

    As a SEN teacher/carer, it is the most difficult but the most rewarding job in the world. The joy and happiness the children bring, is the best thing in the world.
    Made respect to all parents/carers/families of children with autism or SEN.
    Love scholsey, always have and this has just made me like him more.

  • @blackrider7631
    @blackrider7631 Před rokem +6

    Absolutely love this interview. I commend Paul for opening up about his son’s autism. It’s understandable why he never really did interviews. Talking about has shone a completely different light on you. I love that you talking doesn’t change anything about the situation. However it does take the weight of your shoulders when you hear of other peoples experiences and makes you see you aren’t alone. Thank you for sharing that part of your life Paul. Englands best ever player.

  • @samwize28
    @samwize28 Před rokem +27

    ''Hi Gaz, just calling to let you know i really enjoy what im doing, see you later''
    hahaha
    he's a proper Karl Pilkington isn't he, love him

  • @jasonstiling4953
    @jasonstiling4953 Před rokem +28

    Liverpool fan here. Loved this episode. What a player & what a man. So down to earth & humble. Great sense of humour too, Utd's very own Karl Pilkington!

  • @mrcur0
    @mrcur0 Před rokem +7

    Just a real genuine human being. Wish you and your family nothing but the best.

  • @johnadair8850
    @johnadair8850 Před 2 měsíci +4

    As anewcastle fan but a father and grand father good lad Scholes God bless

  • @TheNakster85
    @TheNakster85 Před rokem +38

    Best overlap yet… Scholesy is a real person and legendary footballer. From a Liverpool fan 👏🏽

    • @stevestibbons1789
      @stevestibbons1789 Před rokem +1

      Totally agree the best British player to have played in the premier league from a Norwich fan 👍🏼

  • @sheepboyuk
    @sheepboyuk Před rokem +5

    City Fan - I can’t help but smile and laugh at the stories Scholes and Neville share. Great watch. Thanks for the honesty Scholes in regards to your mental health and your son. Very refreshing. We need to see you more on the TV. Good job Neville again, never let down with an overlap yet. 👏🏻😁

  • @christylawson4099
    @christylawson4099 Před rokem +15

    This is my absolute favorite Overlap. I think Scholesy is such a fantastic person and to see him be so open…well it was such a pleasure to watch.

  • @philipboyd7692
    @philipboyd7692 Před rokem +11

    Brilliant this.. Paul Scholes will always be remembered by not only Utd Fans but True Football Fans as a Class above the Rest player.. well done to both a Great Watch and Honest account about his life in and out of Football 👏👏👏

  • @johnrobertson925
    @johnrobertson925 Před rokem +16

    As a true Liverpool fan I can honestly say without a shadow of a doubt I wish scholesy had played for us. Absolute LEGEND.👏👏👏👏👏

  • @blessedpapa
    @blessedpapa Před rokem +42

    I knew Scholes is a great player, but I didn't know that he is such a great dad too. Total respect for sacrificing yourself for your kids and being so understated.

  • @happy_camper
    @happy_camper Před rokem +5

    I teared up watching this one. I have so much respect for Scholesy.

  • @SteveyC335
    @SteveyC335 Před rokem +18

    Gary this is absolutely brilliant. It started slowly but got better and better. Such an interesting insight into a quiet reserved incredibly humble man. Scholesy was so brave in this interview. It was inspiring and encouraging. Love Scholes after this. I think this was actually the most interesting overlap so far 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @Matshidiso_
    @Matshidiso_ Před rokem +42

    Scholsey. What a gem. Blessed to have seen him play.

  • @darkbassi5911
    @darkbassi5911 Před rokem +50

    Respect for scholes just went to the max. I'm a massive Liverpool fan and the story about his son just shows family is everything. 👏🏽

    • @islam-ui8bc
      @islam-ui8bc Před rokem

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  • @DaleJoyce
    @DaleJoyce Před rokem +9

    Even as a Leeds Utd fan this is the best overlap yet for me👏👏, brilliant, loved Paul opening up about autism as I too have an autistic son, but the overall interview was a great insight into a cracking player and a real down to earth and honest bloke.

  • @ericleach7074
    @ericleach7074 Před rokem +6

    From a City fan and a born and bred Oldhamer, I really enjoyed that. Great to see my old haunt of Alexander Park looking so well. I think Paul has always felt comfortable among the people of Oldham, he's one of us. He could have so easily moved out to the rich environment of Cheshire but I think he craved normality (assuming the people of Oldham are normal) 🙃 and he has to be commended for that. I see him quite often and it's almost like bumping into someone you know and not one of the best midfielders the Premier League has ever seen and someone who is known the world over. I wish Paul and his family all the best.

  • @placidcasual9872
    @placidcasual9872 Před rokem +37

    Grew up watching Scholes from the 90's. onward. What a player..... I. am not sure there has been an English player with better technique, vision and game intelligence. .....an utter legend as a. player and even more so as a person. Its so refreshing to see a genuinely humble footballer. You can take what you do seriously without taking yourself too seriously. And. most importantly a proper dad - not one of these who call themselves a dad and do nice fun bits and pieces but. someone who actually puts their. child first - as. a. father. with a. son who has autism I could entirely relate to what he. was saying about it being entirely life changing. for a family. What are you going to do - handle your responsibility like this man - Scholes is a legend.

  • @tris421
    @tris421 Před rokem +34

    Most down to earth person let alone footballer. Seems to be a great dad too.

  • @James-fb5ve
    @James-fb5ve Před rokem +8

    As a Liverpool fan scholes is the one player I'd have taken from United in a heartbeat proper world class. Always had huge respect for him and even more after watching this video

  • @TOBYWASLOST0
    @TOBYWASLOST0 Před rokem +41

    As a Leeds fan who despises Man U, I gotta say I absolutely love Gary since he retired. Superb pundit, gets his mate to open up in front of the cameras when its clear he isnt comfortable and seems a passionate all round sound bloke. I tip my hat Gaz. Absolutely class in all that he does ( God that pains me to say)

  • @sefalino1
    @sefalino1 Před rokem +25

    One of the best interviews I’ve seen on overlap. Liverpool fan here and great insight into Scholes’ life and football. Top guy and a lot of respect for his personal life.

  • @ryanj8283
    @ryanj8283 Před rokem +45

    The overlap is unrivalled, it’s so well put together and the guests are elite! Can’t wait for future episodes! Hopefully more of united legends 😂👌🏼 but honestly, really hope they go through the list of prem legends

  • @haroldwalton932
    @haroldwalton932 Před rokem +6

    What a fabulous interview...Paul Scholes, so honest and genuine...a proper human being just as he was a proper footballer....Well done Mr Neville and thanks Mr Scholes

  • @FTMJarra
    @FTMJarra Před rokem +7

    Great interview, brutally honest and deep.
    Fair play to Scholesy, he’s a genuinely humble honest bloke, normal.
    Nev is a great interviewer as well, genuine care and empathy for a close friend

  • @chuckstrasbaugh62
    @chuckstrasbaugh62 Před rokem +18

    No words for how awesome this interview was, Gary. You are getting better at that side of it all the time. And Paul Scholes, my favorite player-what an authentic, humble-brilliant man-human being! So much respect! You guys were and are the golden generation in so many ways!

  • @Stokeontrentcarpangler
    @Stokeontrentcarpangler Před rokem +15

    Wow I’ve never seen Scholes open up like this. He’s always been the quite one never in the papers always an amazing pro. I take my hat off to him and his familey for being so open about the struggles with their amazing son.

  • @Hacktheplanet_
    @Hacktheplanet_ Před rokem +3

    City fan here, used to hate scholes but i always knew what a fantastic player he was, and this interview really hits home to me as someone with disabilities in his family, im really thankful for this video because its hard to talk about stuff like this and you think you are the only one

  • @martinbond461
    @martinbond461 Před rokem +14

    As a father to an autistic son who is a similar age to his son, I can truly appreciate how much it has affected his life, and his ability to leave his family even for a short time. in the 16 years since my boy was born, I've stayed away just one night, and that was 3 months ago! This was definitely my favourite overlap interview to date.

  • @matthewbowden7389
    @matthewbowden7389 Před rokem +5

    Scholes needs to know what an absolute diamond he is! I truly hope you find that thing that gives you the fire you crave Scholsey. If anyone deserves it, it's you mate! Thanks for all the memories! Legend! 💯

  • @Harry-nc7zi
    @Harry-nc7zi Před rokem +17

    this was brilliant, what a breath of fresh air paul Scholes is as a man, no blame just crack on & deal with it.💪👏

  • @RJ-xi3du
    @RJ-xi3du Před rokem +14

    This was absolutely brilliant. Gary absolutely loves the fact he played for united, he throws it into most sentences. It’s amazing to see a bloke who’s lived his dream and it was everything he wanted it to be, most of us can only dream of that. Scholesy is also hilarious without meaning to be🤣

    • @Tigerland1962
      @Tigerland1962 Před 11 měsíci +1

      That what makes him so great, unlike some who would go to the opening of an envelope,,,Alex WELSH WINDBAG jONES...Mica Richards ,,,bad player and tick list pundit...

  • @sismaibyakutaga9124
    @sismaibyakutaga9124 Před rokem +8

    Fantastic interview and probably the most honest you will see from Scholes in an interview. I always say United have failed to recover from this man's retirement to this day. Irreplaceable in that position to be honest

  • @nhlakaniphosongo6092
    @nhlakaniphosongo6092 Před rokem +21

    This is a PROPER insight into Scholes' life, the guy who wasn't a superstar or celebrity. His struggles, and experiences are so relatable. Best episode, clear.

  • @jonnywalker3208
    @jonnywalker3208 Před rokem +6

    Listening to are Paul talking about his kid having autism was something truly special, massive love and respect to him as I know how hard it is on a daily basis.
    My lads autistic and you learn something new about them and autism itself every single week.

  • @ianmitchell9102
    @ianmitchell9102 Před rokem +4

    Brilliant interview, Paul is clearly a quiet shy individual but one of the most talented players ever to lace a pair of football boots. Legend

  • @mohammedali4068
    @mohammedali4068 Před rokem +4

    One of Oldham's greatest product Paul Scholes. Such a humble and down to earth bloke who didn't forget his roots. Will definitely pay a visit to his new gym in Oldham

  • @melseymizouri4792
    @melseymizouri4792 Před rokem +15

    During his career you never really seen much of Scholes off the pitch. I love watching these with Gary especially. The bit about his son was touching. What a player and man/father.. Gary too.

  • @PoacherOnline
    @PoacherOnline Před rokem +4

    With a 6 year old autistic daughter too, this hits home. Scholes was so emotional when speaking about his son and I felt the same. Can’t agree more on the point that autism has a way of affecting the entire family’s life.

  • @GXDmusic
    @GXDmusic Před rokem +4

    Love this chat. Paul Scholes is such a top guy, so humble and one of the best players to ever play for Utd and England.

  • @MarkJamesMagician
    @MarkJamesMagician Před rokem +3

    Overlap is the best football channel on CZcams. Gary gets unreal guests and brings out the best in them. Paul Scholes is a genuine legend, the best player of his generation and so brutally humble that even hearing him open up at all makes this among the best videos on this channel. The things he actually says tip it over the edge. GREAT content! From a Villa fan.

  • @manupasta
    @manupasta Před rokem +6

    Going from never seeing a Scholes interview after a game to seeing 45 minutes of him talking, wow what an interview. I would’ve loved to hear when he came back out of retirement

  • @drumacross
    @drumacross Před rokem +31

    As a Liverpool fan all I can say is that he was a top class player but is an even better man. Total Respect to Scholsey. Superb interview

  • @ianglossop1588
    @ianglossop1588 Před rokem +11

    Absolute legend of United and such a genuine person an inspiration to many kids one of the best CM of his generation so much love for him ⚫🔴⚽👌

  • @ianmccusker
    @ianmccusker Před rokem +4

    I cannot tell you you how fantastic these interviews are..!! Absolutely dignified gentlemanly conduct, with a brilliant honest sense of humour…. Just brilliant.

  • @Keano377
    @Keano377 Před rokem +8

    I didn't know this. Amazing how he was so great with all his personal things going on. Amazing man and family by the sounds of it. Respect!

  • @jaylepp
    @jaylepp Před rokem +27

    Most underrated player of my generation , made things look so easy , and was seeing the next pass so quickly , before receiving the ball .
    Short advances forwards and backwards receiving the ball ,and always kept the ball moving forward .
    I am not a united fan , but this boy was a genius in my eyes .

    • @shesbaldbutiwould
      @shesbaldbutiwould Před rokem

      he's not though is he,carrick is probably more underrated than he was

    • @ny3974
      @ny3974 Před rokem

      I don't personally think scholes was underated, he is always picked in "premier League" all time eleven's by most etc. True all time premier League legend. 👍

    • @stevo8236
      @stevo8236 Před rokem +2

      @@shesbaldbutiwould I agree 💯💯💯Wish we had kept Carrick involved. Youngsters could learn so much from him.

    • @dickmonkey-king1271
      @dickmonkey-king1271 Před rokem

      I think in fairness he is rated right. He's a premier league great, but in terms of Europe and international he didn't hit great heights. He is well respected, but maybe underachieved, but then maybe not.

    • @westington1
      @westington1 Před rokem

      @@dickmonkey-king1271 Agree that England never quite saw the best of him, but you could easily put that down to tactics and the politics of the England team when he played (I mean none of them really showed their club form and that was due to the above).
      But he won two European cups with United, and if it wasn’t for that Barca team being (arguably) the best team in European history, the United team of 2008-2011, would have won at least one more European cup then. He was integral to both those teams, so you can’t say he didn’t have an impact in the UCL

  • @didsyd
    @didsyd Před rokem +3

    After watching Scholesy be the greatest player I've ever seen it's really interesting to find out more about him. Complex and deep and humble as heck.

  • @GaryMackman
    @GaryMackman Před rokem +17

    Having a child that is also on the Autistic spectrum, it was very humbling to hear Paul talking about the challenges and adaptations that, as parents, you do for your child.
    Also, as a parent, I looked at the list of traits and started ticking them off myself, in addition, my family members characteristics were also there.
    There are others who have to deal with life threatening allergies who also have to adapt and the empathy I have is sincere.

  • @pauladamson8684
    @pauladamson8684 Před rokem +6

    Credit to Paul for being so open about his son, for someone who doesn’t talk about his problems that’s a tough thing to do.

  • @brandonthesee9364
    @brandonthesee9364 Před rokem +10

    Thank you Gary for the Overlap.. they get better and better.. I was convinced they couldn't get better, but this Scholes one tops it. Absolutely loved it, brilliant conversation and well done Scholes for being himself but also so real and honest. Was really touching..

  • @dantaylor757
    @dantaylor757 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Scholesey was always my childhood hero. He has gone even further up in my estimations after this! Legend.

  • @shanf748
    @shanf748 Před rokem +8

    Gary Neville really is a good TV presenter. I've watched most of his shows. Very grounded and full of good stories with a good attitude.