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Updated 21 Jan

5 DAYS AGO

Palmer gets some of his swagger back with Molineux hat-trick

We've missed singing 'Palmer again ole, ole'... Matt Davies-Adams is joined by two of The Athletic's finest - Cerys Jones and Simon Johnson - for a Monday dose of SOC off the back of Chelsea's 3-1 win at Wolves on Saturday. On the agenda: Cole Palmer's very welcome return to form, Rosenior's role adjustments - and why they can never quite put together a full, 90-minute performance... Next, can the Blues avenge their horror show at Elland Road back at the start of December? We look ahead to Tuesday night's visit of Leeds United to the Bridge in the midweek Premier League action. Plus, CFCW got back to winning ways with their 2-0 victory at Tottenham... in front of Madonna! It means the gap to the top of the table is back to nine points after Man City's defeat at Arsenal. There's also a focus on Cobham! With the under 18's hosting Manchester City in the 5th round of the FA Youth Cup on Monday evening and the U21's flying high in PL2. We'll be back on Wednesday with a look back on the visit of Leeds - and a look ahead to the trip to Hull on Friday night to face Liam Rosenior's former side in the fourth round of the FA Cup. Join the Straight Outta Cobham FPL League! HOST: Matt Davies-Adams WITH: Cerys Jones and Simon Johnson PRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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51 min
5 FEB

How much danger are Palace in?

2026 hasn’t started well for Crystal Palace. Their captain sold, 12 games without a win and sliding down the table. So, how much danger are Palace in? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Matt Woosnam and Dom Fifield Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5 Feb

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34 min
4 DAYS AGO

What caused Ronaldo's Saudi rift?

At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo is still making headlines. This time, he’s fallen out with his club, Al-Nassr. So why is he unhappy? And what does the future hold for the 5-time Ballon d'Or winner? Host: Ayo Akinwolere Guests: James Horncastle, Oli Kay Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead, Guy Clarke Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson, Liam Warburton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4 days ago

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37 min
4 FEB

What do Rosenior's tactics against Arsenal say about *this* Chelsea?

That elusive goal... Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Luke Bosher and Liam Twomey with him after the Blues were knocked out of the League Cup by Arsenal. Beaten 4-2 on aggregate, 1-0 on the night by a last-gasp Kai Havertz (of course) goal - we take a closer look at yet another tactical set-up, the glaring absence of Reece James - and what the team needs to do to get the best out of Liam Delap. It's back to Premier League matters on Saturday - with bottom of the table Wolves the assignment. We've got eyes on that game as the Blues look to consolidate their place in the hunt for a top five finish. Plus - a whistlestop round up of the sparse deadline day dealings - and can Chelsea Women bounce back from the hammering at Man City when they travel to Tottenham? Oh - and can you name the 10 most expensive signings of all-time!? We'll be back on Monday to run the rule over the trip to Molineux - and look ahead to the midweek visit of Leeds to Stamford Bridge! HOST: Matt Davies-Adams WITH: Luke Bosher and Liam Twomey PRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4 Feb

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46 min
1 FEB

Anatomy of a Transfer: Your Questions Answered

Exotic clauses, tapping up and how much agents really get paid. Your questions answered is the transfer special that you control. Adam Leventhal heads to Malaga and beyond to pose your enquiries to those operating in the transfer market right now. Contributions and insight comes from 15 representatives from multiple Premier League, European and global clubs — including takes from the U.S., Brazil, Morocco, Japan and Australia — and financial and legal experts with a deep knowledge of the transfer business. Scouts, sporting directors, agents and former players telling you what it's really like working in the transfer business. Writer & Presenter: Adam Leventhal Producer: Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 Feb

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57 min
28 JAN

Why are the big-money strikers misfiring?

Last summer was the year of the big-money strikers - from Isak to Gyokeres to Sesko to Woltemade and more! So is it fair to say they’ve struggled to live up to expectations? And if so... why? We’re asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to theathletic.com/survey26. Three lucky entries will win $/£100 worth of Amazon vouchers too. So whether you’re a long-time listener or a new one, we want your feedback. Go to: theathletic.com/survey26 Host: Ayo Akinwolere Guests: Oli Kay, Mark Carey, Carl Anka Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead, Guy Clarke Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson, Liam Warburton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

28 Jan

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41 min
29 JAN

Is the Champions League more fun than the Premier League?

The Champions League league phase is over - after a pulsating final night. Five of the top eight sides are Premier League teams. But what else did we learn from the league phase? We’re asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to theathletic.com/survey26. Three lucky entries will win $/£100 worth of Amazon vouchers too. So whether you’re a long-time listener or a new one, we want your feedback. Go to: theathletic.com/survey26 Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Jack Lang and Seb Stafford-Bloor Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 Jan

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39 min
2 FEB

A historic comeback against the Hammers - now can they do it at Arsenal?

At the 57th time of asking... Matt Davies-Adams and Sam Parkin team up to look back on the dramatic 3-2 victory over West Ham at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening. We've got a special double-header voice note from the press box on the final whistle as Cerys and Liam try and sum up the chaos that played out in front of them in the dictionary definition of a game of two halves. Can the Blues bottle up that second 45 minutes and take it into Tuesday night's League Cup semi-final second leg at The Emirates?! We preview the trip to Arsenal - before Simon Johnson gives his deadline day verdict on what we can expect business wise from the Blues as the January transfer window closes. Plus - it was another afternoon to forget for Chelsea Women after their 5-1 demolition by league leaders Manchester City on Sunday. The Athletic reports that Sonia Bompastor's job is safe - despite her saying she'd be ‘happy’ to leave Chelsea ‘if people think I’m not the right person’. We'll be back slightly earlier on Wednesday this week to bring you our reaction to the Arsenal game - and look ahead to the visit to Molineux! HOST: Matt Davies-Adams WITH: Sam Parkin PRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 Feb

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44 min
29 JAN

João Pedro at the double as Chelsea seal last 16 place after night of drama in Naples

Come on, it was never in doubt (!) Matt Davies-Adams, Liam Twomey and Sam Parkin assemble to revel in the glory of Wednesday night's triumphant 3-2, comeback victory over Napoli to seal safe passage straight through the Champions League last 16. We of course begin in Naples - and the thoughts of Simon Johnson following the topsy turvy evening which saw Liam Rosenior's tinkering eventually pay off! There's unexpected tactical approaches, Pedro's sensational strikes and sticking the boot in to Romelu Lukaku... Out of the Champions League haze, attentions turns to Saturday evening and the visit of relegation-threatened West Ham to Stamford Bridge. Plus - what next for Raheem Sterling after his Chelsea contract was terminated on Wednesday? And can Chelsea Women close the alarmingly wide gap at the top of the WSL table when they head to leaders Manchester City on Wednesday afternoon? We'll be back on Monday with a look back on all the weekend's action - and a look ahead to the crunch semi-final second leg meeting with Arsenal at The Emirates on Tuesday night. HOST: Matt Davies-Adams WITH: Sam Parkin and Liam Twomey PRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 Jan

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47 min
03/06/2025

2024-25 review, CWC preview - and Sancho's a no-go with transfer chat aplenty

Who's hyped for the Club World Cup then...anyone...anyone!? Matt Davies-Adams has got Liam Twomey and Sam Parkin alongside him as we take a considered look back at the 2024-25 campaign following last week's Conference League victory out in Poland. Then, we pivot to the upcoming CWC over in the USA - with another piece of silverware up for grabs. So - who actually cares?! And will the players be motivated to perform on this stage? We've got the latest transfer news with Liam Delap all but official, Jadon Sancho NOT returning to Stamford Bridge next season - and reported interest in a number of eye-catching names to add to the collection... Plus - Matt couldn't go without a quiz! We're taking a short break but we'll be back after the first Club World Cup game against LAFC out in Atlanta. In the meantime, keep right across all the latest Blues news via The Athletic! HOST: Matt Davies-Adams WITH: Liam Twomey and Sam Parkin PRODUCER: Lucy Oliva -------------- *Have your say and let us know what you think of the pod!* https://forms.gle/JpkvkcBtSAin92KL8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/06/2025

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49 min

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Palmer gets some of his swagger back with Molineux hat-trick

How much danger are Palace in?

What caused Ronaldo's Saudi rift?

What do Rosenior's tactics against Arsenal say about this Chelsea?

Anatomy of a Transfer: Your Questions Answered

Why are the big-money strikers misfiring?

Is the Champions League more fun than the Premier League?

A historic comeback against the Hammers - now can they do it at Arsenal?

João Pedro at the double as Chelsea seal last 16 place after night of drama in Naples

2024-25 review, CWC preview - and Sancho's a no-go with transfer chat aplenty

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