Actor Joe Cole starred as Rian in the film I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning, which debuted on June 2, 2026. Meanwhile, his footballer namesake has been keeping busy in the sports podcasting world. On The Rest Is Football, host Gary Lineker introduced the former Chelsea star alongside Frank Lampard, announcing, "On today's episode, we were joined by Frank Lampard and Joe Cole."
Cole is already making an impact with his tactical breakdowns. Analyzing the goalkeeper Alisson during a Brazil match, Joe Cole offered a striker's perspective: "from a striker's perspective, I would say that Alisson made it very easy for him." He argued that an attacker always wants a goalkeeper to rush out in those high-stakes moments.
The show's star-studded roster continues to expand as they roll out daily coverage. On another episode of The Rest Is Football, Gary Lineker teased a massive crossover episode, sharing that former One Direction star Niall Horan "joins us" to talk sports and music. With high-profile guests and sharp analysis from veteran players like Cole, the podcast is gearing up for a massive run throughout the tournament.