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'Baled Out!' Chelsea FanCast #824

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Mark Meehan and Football.London's Sam Inkersole to look back at a very tense last Premier League day of the season.On the show tonight, we look at Chelsea’s inability to put their chances away yet again; the curse of the former player; Mendy’s injury; Jorghino’s contribution and Jack Grealish being a.......In part two we swallow the bitter pill of Spurs bailing us out and look at the reasons for Chelsea stuttering over the finish line and also look at what needs to be addressed.Finally, we have some great emails to read out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 24, 20212h 1m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #823

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Dayne Whittle to look back at the crucial win against Leicester last week and look ahead to the deciding Premier League match against Aston Villa on Sunday.Liam Twomey from The Athletic join us to discuss the difference the supporters made in the Leicester match; Chelsea’s robust performance but being let down by their finishing; woeful refereeing by Mike Dean and what will the ramifications of the on-pitch rumble be.We also discuss Mason Mount being awarded the Chelsea Player of the Year Award.In part two we look ahead to the last match of the Premier League season, the win at all costs match away to Aston Villa. Will Villa fans being allowed back in make a difference? What team will Tuchel pick and how do we see it going? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 21, 20211h 29m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow- Episode 25- A step too far

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Radha Gupta from She Talks Ball to discuss Chelsea's humbling 4-0 defeat to Barcelona in the Champions League final. Join our Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/wenttomowkingsmeadow You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx You can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadowYou can find Radha via any of the follow linksYouTube - http://youtube.com/c/shetalksball Twitter - https://twitter.com/shetalksball Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 19, 202133 min

'Foxed Up' Chelsea FanCast #822

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Tony Glover and Martin Wickham to look back at a very disappointing FA Cup final defeat to Leicester. And we look ahead to Tuesday's match against the very same Leicester. On the show tonight, we look at the FA Cup final which brought massive euphoria and massive disappointment. Did Tuchel get the selection wrong? Did Chelsea take it seriously enough? Did poor finishing cost us again and if so, why did we not take a punt on Tammy? Would Mendy have saved Tieleman’s goal? Was it hand ball in the build up? Did VAR get it right on Chilwell’s goal? How crucial were Schmeichel’s saves and are Chelsea bottling finals? In part two we look ahead to the match against Leicester on Tuesday evening. Are Chelsea running out of steam and can they get over the line? Who will Tommy T pick and how do we see it going? Finally, in part three, we have some great emails to read out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 17, 20212h 33m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #821

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Dean Mears to look back at a frustrating defeat against Arsenal in midweek and ahead to Saturday's FA Cup Final against Leicester City.Adam Newson from Football.London joins us to look back at Chelsea's 1-0 defeat against Arsenal on Wednesday night. How responsible were Jorginho and Kepa for the defeat? Were Chelsea profligate or unlucky? How much did we miss Kante and Rudiger? And what now for our Top Four chances?Jake Watson, Leicester City supporter and producer at Talksport joins us for the 'Opposition View' and we ask him would he prefer to finish in the Top Four or win the FA Cup? What does he think of Brendan Rodgers? How is Leicester's form and who are the biggest threats to Chelsea? How does he see the final going and what is his prediction?We wrap up by previewing Chelsea's 15th FA Cup final appearance. Can Chelsea make up for last seasons FA Cup final defeat? How important is the FA Cup and what does it mean to us? Should Tuchel be starting Kepa? Will we see Kovacic, Kante and Christensen start? And how do we see it going. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 14, 20211h 31m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow- Episode 24- Destiny awaits

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Mia Eriksson to look ahead to the biggest game in Chelsea FC W's history, the Champions League final vs. FC Barcelona Join our Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/wenttomowkingsmeadow You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx Mia @Mia_ErikssonYou can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 202148 min

'Advantage Chelsea!' Chelsea FanCast #820

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Clayton Beerman and Mark Worrall to look back at Chelsea's win against Man City and ahead to Wednesday night's match against Arsenal.On the show tonight, we look at a game of two halves against City; Chelsea’s winning mentality; Alonso scoring again; James standing out and Tuchel outsmarting Pep again. Will it have a bearing on the Champions’ League final?In part two we look ahead to the match against Arsenal on Wednesday evening. With us beating City and Leicester, West Ham and Spurs all losing Chelsea are now third. Will one more win seal a top four finish? Will Arsenal turn up like Brazil 70 having been distinctly average recently?Finally, we have several emails to read out, some Discord question to answer and we reveal the results of the Fannies for April. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 10, 20212h 0m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow- Episode 23- That's why we're Champions! Again!

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Tracy Brown and Kerrie Evans to celebrate Chelsea's WSL title win thanks to a 5-0 victory over Reading FC. We also discuss; Sam Kerr Golden Boot, AKB Golden Glove and Fran Kirby Balon D'or? Join our Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/wenttomowkingsmeadow You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx Tracy @Chelseagirl78 @Chelseapride_ and Kerrie @KerrieEvans @CWSG You can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 10, 202132 min

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #819

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Dan Silver to look back at Chelsea's superb performance against Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final to secure the clubs third Champions League Final appearance and we look ahead to the dress rehearsal against Man City in the Premier League on Saturday.Sam Inkersole from Football.London joins us to look back at Chelsea's 2-0 victory against Real Madrid on Wednesday night to reach their third Champions' League Final. We discuss Werner scoring, Kante assisting, are delighted for Mount, applaud Havertz's brilliance and Pulisic's timely impact. Oh and don't forget Tommy T for whom due praise is rightly deserved. But what about the Final? Should it go ahead in Istanbul now Turkey is on the Red list? Can it be moved and if so where, and will we be able to get a ticket!!David Walker from 'Read But Never Red' joins us for the 'Opposition View' and we ask him how he feels about City making a Champions' League Final? Will there be a Champions' League hangover in Saturday's match? Will it have a bearing on the Final? How will Pep set up and how does he see the match going?We wrap up by previewing the Man City v Chelsea match. How important is it for Chelsea in the context of the run in and the Champions' League Final? What will Tuchel do in terms of team selection and how do we see it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 7, 20211h 20m

'Eins Zwei' Chelsea FanCast #818

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Dean Mears & Adam Newson from Football.London to look back at Chelsea's win against Fulham and ahead to the match against Real Madrid.On the show tonight, we look at a good job done and a vital 3 points for Chelsea against Fulham; key players being rested; Gilmour game time; Silva, Mount and Havertz all sublime; Werner huffing and puffing and Mendy stepping up when needed.In part two we look ahead to the massive Champions' League semi-final 2nd leg against Real Madrid. Will Real be weakened with several players out; who will Tommy T pick and how will he play it? What would another Champions League final mean to Chelsea and what about the return of Hazard and Courtois?Finally, we have several emails to read out, a Discord question to answer and we look at the potential Fannies for April. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 4, 20211h 53m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow- Episode 22- Gothenburg we are coming!

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Dayne Whittle of the Chelsea Fancast to discuss Chelsea's 4-1 win over Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final second leg. We also preview the final two WSL games against Tottenham Hotspur and Reading plus we answer your Discord questions.Join our Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/wenttomowkingsmeadow You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx and Dayne @DWhitt9You can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 3, 20211h 11m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #817

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Alex Churchill to look back at Chelsea's hard fought draw against Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final and ahead to the match against Fulham on Saturday.Sam Inkersole from Football.London joins us to look back at Chelsea's 1-1 draw in midweek against Real Madrid. Tommy T gets the set up, attitude and subs spot on as Chelsea earn a slight advantage against Real. Pulisic channels his inner Hazard but Werner channels his inner Fleck. Will Chelsea rue the missed chances come the second leg?Dom Betts from The Fulhamish podcast joins us for the 'Opposition View' and we ask him is relegation for Fulham a foregone conclusion; what is the future for Scott Parker and how has Ruben Loftus-Cheek done on loan? How does Dom see the game going and what is his prediction?We wrap up by previewing the Chelsea v Fulham match. Will Tuchel's team selection have one eye on the Real Madrid second leg? How will Chelsea break down a stubborn and desperate Fulham and what is our prediction? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 30, 20211h 16m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow- Episode 21- 'Down, but not Out'

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Rob Pratley from the CFC W Social to discuss Chelsea's 2-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League.Plus we look ahead at how Chelsea can turn the tables in the return leg at Kingsmeadow this Sunday.You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx and Rob @RJPJournalism and @TheCFCWSocialYou can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 27, 202155 min

'The Professionals' Chelsea FanCast #816

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Clayton Beerman and Joe Tweeds to look back at a professional win against West Ham and ahead to the Champions' League semi-final against Real Madrid.On the show tonight, we applaud a professional team performance to beat a tough West Ham side in the '6 pointer', topped by a goal for Werner at long last. Has this improved our chances of a top 4 finish?In part two we look ahead to the massive Champions' League semi-final 1st leg against Real Madrid. We ask what does it mean for us to play Real Madrid and look at the other two occasions Chelsea has played them. What do we think about the playing Hazard and Courtois; should we be worried? We look at previous Champions' League semi-finals and ask who will Tuchel select and how do we see it going? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 20212h 8m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show '815

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Martin Wickham to look back at an eventful week in football the with ESL debacle; Chelsea's draw with Brighton and ahead to the match against West Ham.Adam Newson from Football.London joins us to look back at the week's Chelsea news and discusses why was the Brighton match a damp squib and what comes next after the supporters stood up to the European Super League plans.Will Pugh from 'We Are West Home' joins us for the 'Opposition View' and we ask him what a club outside of the 'Big 6' thinks about it; how much credit does David Moyes deserve for West Ham's best season in years and how much threat will they be to Chelsea's top four pursuit.We wrap up by previewing the West Ham v Chelsea match and look at Chelsea's dodgy record away to West Ham; will Tuchel have one eye on the Real Madrid match with his team selection and is the match a must win for C? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 23, 20211h 34m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow- Episode 20- One Step Closer

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Mia Eriksson to discuss Chelsea's 2-2 draw with Manchester City.We discuss the proposed and now failed European Super League and its disrespect for Women's Football. Then we look ahead to Sunday's Champions League Semi-Final with Wolfsburg and of course we've got your emails and special discord questions to end the show. You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx and MIa @Mia_ Eriksson  You can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 23, 20211h 42m

'Killing in the Name of...' Chelsea FanCast #814

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Mark Worrall, Mark Meehan and Dave Johnstone, Mr cfcuk himself to discuss the ESL Power grab and Chelsea reaching their 15th FA Cup Final. We also have a look at Chelsea's match against Brighton tomorrow, if we haven't been booted out of the Premier League by then!On the show tonight, we’ll be discussing the news on the European Super League; what it might mean; why are they doing it and what do we think about it? We also have some extremely passionate emails from our listeners about the subject.In part two, we look back at a superb team performance to knock Man City out of the FA Cup semi-final; praise Thomas Tuchel and ask are Chelsea well and truly back?In part three, we look ahead to tomorrow night’s match against Brighton. Is it another must win? Will Tommy T rotate and what does it mean for the run in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 19, 20212h 23m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #813

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Mark Meehan to look back at Chelsea's Champions' League quarter-final against Porto in midweek and look ahead to Saturday's FA Cup semi-final against Man City.Simon Johnson from The Athletic joins us to look back at Chelsea Champions' League match against Porto, where despite the 1-0 loss, Chelsea progress to the semi-finals for the first time since 2014. We discuss a professional job and great team performance; Pulisic's heroics; Jorginho rising to the occasion and dirty Porto's shenanigans.David Walker from Read But Never Red joins us in Opposition View to look ahead to Saturday's FA Cup semi-final against Man City. How realistic is the quadruple and what is Pep's priority? Will Pep make many changes in Saturday's line-up? How important is Foden becoming and are there any weaknesses for Chelsea to exploit and how does David see it going.Finally JK, Mark and Chidge preview Chelsea v Man City themselves. We look at Chelsea's record against City in the FA Cup; what are the possible changes to the line-up; how seriously is Tuchel taking the FA Cup; how do Chelsea get at City and how do we see it going. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 16, 20211h 25m

“Like Crystal” Chelsea FanCast #812

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Dan Silver and Tony Glover to recap on a great performance and smashing win against Crystal Palace on Saturday and look ahead to Tuesday night's crunch Champions' League quarter final second leg tie against Porto.On the show tonight, we ask if this was Tuchel’s best 45 mins? Are Pulisic, Mount and Havertz Chelsea’s best front 3? Should Havertz have scored more and what now for Werner, Tammy and Giroud?In part two we praise Chelsea’s attitude, intensity and scintillating pass and move game. We ask are Jorginho and Kovacic flat track bullies and we have a look at the run in to figure out how Chelsea can finish in the top four. In part three we look ahead to the massive Champions’ League quarter final second leg against Porto on Tuesday evening. We ask does an early goal kill the tie; should Tuchel stick or twist; will it be a problem not being at home for a home tie and who will Tuchel pick and how do we see it going.And we wrap in part four with emails and questions from the Chelsea FanCast Discord group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 12, 20212h 22m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #811

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd to look back at Chelsea's great win against Porto in midweek and look ahead to Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.Adam Newson from Football.London joins us to look back at Chelsea Champions' League 1st leg win against Porto. Mason Mount & Ben Chilwell fly the home flag while the anonymous Germans suffered from a lack of service; rugged in defence and riding our luck and is it just half-time?Nick Gillard from Back of the Nest joins us in Opposition View to look at Crystal Palace v Chelsea from the Palace perspective. Palace might be safe from relegation but what next for them and Roy Hodgson? How realistic are the Lampard to Palace rumours? Is Eze the main threat and how good is he? And how does Nick see the match going?Finally JK, Adam and Chidge preview Palace v Chelsea themselves. Should we be wary of statistics? Will there be wholesale changes with one eye on Porto and is this is must win after last weekends Premier League defeat to West Brom? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 9, 20211h 26m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow- Episode 19- 5th time lucky

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Tracy Brown to look back at Chelsea's 3-0 second leg victory over Wolfsburg and the 6-0 hammering of Birmingham City. There's a news update including a discussion on the working conditions suffered by the players and staff of Birmingham City Women plus we talk about the Trans Footy Alliance campaign.And of course we've got your emails and special discord questions to end the show. You can find out more on Football vs Homophobia by heading to; Twitter: @fvhtweetsInstagram: @football_v_homophobia Facebook: @fvhbt Contact: [email protected] can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx and Tracy @ChelseaGirl78 or @ChelseaPride_  You can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 7, 20211h 10m

“10 Men Mown Down” Chelsea FanCast #810

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Mark Meehan and Dan Silver to muse on Chelsea's unexpected defeat to West Brom and look ahead to Wednesday's match against Porto.On the show tonight, we discuss Chelsea’s horrible Easter Saturday and how Big Sam nailed it and Jorginho and Kovacic failed it. How much of an issue was Thiago Silva being sent off or does Tuchel have to shoulder some of the blame?In part two we ask is Pulisic a cause for concern having limped off yet again? Why was Tammy not in the squad again? And is the defeat to West Brom just a blip, a much-needed wake-up call and how much damage has it done to Chelsea’s top four chances. We also have some questions to answer sent in from our Discord group.In part three we look ahead to the massive Champions’ League quarter final first leg against Porto on Wednesday evening. How much of a threat are Porto and what’s their form like? Who do we think Tuchel will go with and how do we see it going? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 6, 20211h 51m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #809

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Martin Wickham to round up the Chelsea news from this week and preview Chelsea's match against West Brom on Saturday.Sam Inkersole from Football.London joins us to discuss this week's Chelsea news including Tommy T being named Manager of the Month; who are Chelsea's winners and losers from the International break; Aguero & Haaland rumours.Joe Chapman from the Birmingham Mail joins us in the 'Opposition View' to look at Chelsea v West Brom from the Baggies perspective. Were West Brom fans happy that Big Sam came in and has he made a difference? Are West Brom down already and how good has Connor Gallagher been? Joe tells us how he sees the match going.Finally, we have our own preview of Chelsea v West Brom. What team selection will Tuchel go for? Will he have one eye on Porto? Will Big Sam park the bus and how will Tommy T get round it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 2, 20211h 7m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow- Episode 18- We're half way there

This week Dean and Jane are joined again by stats queen Mia Eriksson to look back at Chelsea's huge Champions League win over Wolfsburg and another routine win in the WSL over Aston Villa.There's a news round up including a very questionable top 50 women's players in the world list plus we look ahead to Chelsea's WSL match with Birmingham City. You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx and Mia @Mia_Eriksson You can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 31, 20211h 31m

"SOTU" Chelsea FanCast #808

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Clayton Beerman & Liam Twomey of The Athletic to have a look at the 'State of the Chelsea Union' and to answer questions posed by members of our Patreon & Discord groups joining us on the show via Zoom.On the show tonight, we kick off with the results of the 'Fannies of the Month'. After a long hiatus we bring back the Fannies - Chelsea Fancast's awards for Man of the Match; Celery and Guinness moments. The votes have been cast for Man of the Month, Celery and Guinness moments of the month of March and we will reveal the results live on the show!We invite questions from members of Chelsea Fancast's Patreon & Discord groups who join us live on the show via Zoom.And finally, Jonathan & Chidge read out the emails sent in by listeners this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 29, 20212h 48m

Chelsea Fancast Preview Show #807

Stamford Chidge and Jonathan Kydd are joined by Adam Newson and Sam Inkersole from Football.London to round up the latest Chelsea news and to answer your question from the Discord group.In part one we round up the latest news from Chelsea players on international duty; quiz Adam and Sam about their Chelsea player ratings for the season so far; ask is Roman Abramovich the best owner in the world and ask what's on Tommy T's to do list.In part two we have questions submitted from the Discord group on Tomori's loan situation, Tuchel's relationship with Dortmund potentially scuppering a move for Haaland; which positions should the club re-enforce in the summer transfer window and what is the sustainability of the club's financial position with the continuing pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 20211h 47m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow Episode 17 - Just Keep Winning

This week Dean and Jane are joined by stats queen Mia Eriksson to look back at Chelsea's impressive 3-0 away win against Everton. There's a news round up including details of the major broadcast deal with Sky Sports plus we look ahead to Chelsea's Champions League tie with Wolfsburg and our WSL match with Aston Villa. You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx and Mia @Mia_Eriksson You can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 20211h 19m

'Sheffield Steal' - Chelsea FanCast #806

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Alex Churchill and Martin Wickham to look back at Chelsea's 2-0 victory over Sheffield Utd for a place in the semi-finals of the FA Cup.On the show tonight, we discuss Chelsea getting away with it and how lucky is Tommy Tuchel? And another poor refereeing performance as Pulisic and Mount were rotationally fouled. Was tiredness a valid reason for the second half performance and the continuing problem of putting chances away whilst doffing our hat to Ziyech’s excellent goal in added time.In part two we ask is Pulisic finding his feet with an encouraging performance? Chilwell did well but is he still behind Alonso in the pecking order and it was good to see Gilmour getting a game, but how is he progressing? And can Chelsea’s defensive solidity bring us trophies this season, especially considering we have Man City in the semi-final.In part three we have questions from our Discord group; we have the nominations for this month’s Fannies – Man of the Month; Celery and Guinness moments and this week’s emails from the listeners to read out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 22, 20212h 33m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #805

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Clayton Beerman to discuss the brilliant victory over Atletico Madrid, the Champions' League draw and a look ahead to Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final match against Sheffield United.Adam Newson from Football.London joins us to discuss this week's Chelsea news including the impressive victory against Atletico Madrid in midweek, the Champions' League draw pitting us against Porto and a possible semi-final against either Liverpool or Real Madrid.Ben, the Travelling Blade joins us in the 'Opposition View' for the third time this season as Chelsea take on Sheffield United in the FA Cup Quarter-Final on Sunday. We ask Ben what happened with Chris Wilder and what next for Sheffield United? How has Ethan Ampadu been playing and how does Ben see the Cup tie going?Finally, we have our own preview of Chelsea v Sheffield United. What team selection will Tuchel go for? We look at the history of FA Cup ties between Chelsea and United and discuss how we see it going. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 19, 20211h 26m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow Episode 16- Ohh Maren Mjelde

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Rob Pratley, senior editor of The Chelsea Social, to discuss Chelsea's progression in the Champions League thanks to an impressive away performance against Atletico Madrid plus Chelsea's first major trophy of the season with the Conti Cup success over Bristol City. In Part 2 there's a news round up from Kingsmeadow, including details on Fran Kirby's new contract and our next fixtures in the Champions League.  In Part 3 we preview the midweek WSL game against Everton and in Part 4 we've got your emails which include a mention of this YouTube video- https://youtu.be/veQDTnHMkGk  You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx and Rob @RJPJournalism / @TheCFCWSocialYou can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 18, 20211h 18m

“Dirty Leeds & Another Clean Sheet” Chelsea FanCast #804

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Tony Glover & Dean Mears to look back at the 0-0 draw away at Leeds and look ahead to the crunch tie against Atletico Madrid this week.On the show tonight, we discuss Chelsea’s poor finishing, ask is Havertz a nein at number 9, why did Tommy T change formation and what does he do about square pegs in round holes.In part two we applaud the bendy Mendy worldy saves and another clean sheet. With Rudiger and Christensen in such good form in wither a three or four at the back, how does Thiago Silva get back in and what about Chelsea’s top four prospects? We have some Discord group questions to contribute to the debate.In part three we look ahead to the massive match against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League round of 16 second leg with a place in the quarter finals at stake. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 15, 20212h 20m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #803

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Dayne Whittle to discuss the week's Chelsea news and look ahead to Saturday's match against Leeds United.Liam Twomey from The Athletic joins us to discuss this week's Chelsea news including Havertz best position, Christensen being back to his best and Chelsea's defender conundrum and what's happening with Chelsea's 'unchosen' men?Jon Mackenzie from 'All Stats Aren't We' joins us for the 'Opposition View' to discuss Leeds United v Chelsea from the Leed's perspective. Are Leeds falling apart again? Does Jon still have faith in Bielsa? Has Bamford been a revelation this season? And how does he see Saturday's match going.Finally, we have our own preview of Leeds United v Chelsea. Does Christian Pulisic deserve a start? Will Tuchel's selection have one eye on the Atletico match? How do we see it going and what's our prediction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 12, 20211h 24m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow Episode 15- Home away from home

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Tracy Brown, Co-Chair of Chelsea Pride, to discuss Chelsea's victory in the Champions League over Atletico Madrid thanks to penalty heroics from Ann-Katrin Berger plus a winning return to WSL matches over West Ham United. There's a news round up from Kingsmeadow, including details on the Chelsea Women's Supporters Group charity fundraiser for the Conti Cup final and a discussion on new television rights for the WSL.In Part 3 we preview the upcoming second leg of our Champions League tie with Atletico and the Conti Cup final this Sunday against Bristol City And in Part 4 we've got emails leading to a discussion on the disparity between FA Cup prize money.Details of the CWSG charity fundraiser can be found here- https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/chelsea-womens-supporters-group-conti-cup-ticketYou can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx and Tracy @ChelseaGirl78You can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 20211h 19m

“We Have Assumed Control” Chelsea FanCast #802

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Mark Worrall and Mark Meehan to look back at the 2-0 win against Everton.On the show tonight, we discuss Tommy Tuchel rolling the bones and getting his selection spot on; we ask how much credit does he deserve; what’s he got right and what’s he got wrong and can he take us higher than top four?In part two we delight in Kai Havertz finding his feet and despair in Werner having two left feet. And with Callum Hudson-Odoi impressing as one the two 10’s is he a better option there or as a wing back?In part three JK and Chidge answer your Discord questions and read out the emails sent in by our faithful listeners this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 9, 20212h 17m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #801

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Mark Worrall to discuss a superb win against Liverpool and look ahead to Monday's match against Everton.Adam Newson from Football.London joins us report back on Chelsea's 1-0 win away to Liverpool. Unbeaten since his arrival is it time to take Tuchel seriously? We also discuss the re-emergence of Andreas Christensen; ask whether balls over the top to Werner is the key to scoring more goals and bemoan VAR ruining football.Everton's Official Statistician, Gavin Buckland, joins us for the 'Opposition View' to discuss Chelsea v Everton from the Toffee's perspective. What does Gavin think about Everton's abysmal record at Stamford Bridge? How is Everton's form compared to Chelsea? Is this another 6 pointer with a top place at stake? How does Gavin see the match going?Finally, we have our own preview of Chelsea v Everton. Is this another must win match for Tommy Tuchel? Will it be more of the same or will Everton present a different tactical challenge? How do we find our goal scoring boots and how do we see the match going? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 5, 20211h 17m

'In Off The Post' Chelsea FanCast #800

Stamford Chidge and Jonathan Kydd reconvene to go through the bulging Chelsea FanCast mail bag.On the show tonight we have emails from all over the world discussing how you became Chelsea fans; Tommy Tuchel; how to solve Chelsea's midfield and floundering attack and a eulogy on how to deal with boredom at the football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 2, 20211h 16m

“Uncomfortably Numb” Chelsea FanCast #799

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Clayton Beerman and Dan Silver to look back at frustrating 0-0 draw against a tetchy Man Utd and ahead to this week's big match against Liverpool.On the show tonight, we discuss Tuchel’s risk free football and ask whether we are currently watching a hybrid of possession based Sarri-ball and Mourinho-eque dare not lose football? We also ask is the lack of creativity due more to a loss of form of Chelsea’s creative players or is it systemic?In part two we applaud the improvements in Rudiger and Christensen in making Chelsea more defensively solid as well as praising Kante and Kovacic for tigerish displays in midfield. We ask could Mount be the solution to the midfield problem and with a run of tough matches coming up how much pressure is on Tuchel to start winning and winning well.In part three we preview Thursday night’s big Premier League match where Chelsea goes to Anfield to play a wounded Liverpool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 1, 20211h 50m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #798

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Martin Wickham to round up the week's Chelsea news and look ahead to Sunday's match against Man Utd.Sam Inkersole from Football.London joins us to round up this week's news including a superb away win in the Champions League against Atletico Madrid. Also Tammy Abraham stalling on a contract; Roman's war chest and Haaland.BBC Match Day reporter and Man Utd fan, Aaron Paul joins us for 'The Opposition View' on Man Utd, our next opponents. Has sticking with OGS been vindicated? Has Fernandes been the difference for Utd? Is De Gea a liability and how does Maguire keep getting away with it? Aaron discusses how he sees Sunday's match going.Finally, we have our own preview of Chelsea v Man Utd. Given Utd's attacking nature, does Tuchel start Jorginho? How do Chelsea stop Utd's counter-attacks and nullify Fernandes? With Chelsea's recent wastefulness up front, does Tuchel start Giroud or Tammy up front? We wrap up by explaining how we see the match going and give our predictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 26, 20211h 31m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow- Episode 14 - The Emma Hayes Special

This week Dean and Jane are joined by lots of special guests to talk all things Emma Hayes, including;On the field successDesire to win Managing in the men's game Buying supporters beer And much much more.Big thank you to Dayne Whittle, Kerrie Evans, Louise Bradshaw, David Demilade, Sonja Begley, Rob Pratley and Kate Price for joining us.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 24, 20211h 6m

“Saints & Sinners” Chelsea FanCast #797

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Tony Glover and Alex Churchill to look back at a controversial and disappointing 1-1 draw against Southampton and ahead to the Champions' League match against Atletico Madrid.On the show tonight, we give sainthood to Mount and Kante for their high-quality performances and debate whether Callum Hudson-Odoi was the sinner or the sinned against.In Part two we discuss Tuchel’s need for ‘Vorsprung Durch Prazision’; ask whether we are currently watching Sarriball without Hazard and never mind the quality feel the deadwood.In part three JK and myself read out the emails sent in by our faithful listeners this week.And in part four we preview Tuesday night’s big Champions’ League match where Chelsea face La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 22, 20212h 43m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #796

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Clayton Beerman to round up the week's Chelsea news and look ahead to Saturday's match against Southampton.Adam Newson from Football.London joins us to round up this week's news including Thomas Tuchel's pre-match press conference. Will Tuchel have one eye on Madrid? Will Havertz return? Tomori and Kepa's interviews to the media and some interesting transfer rumours.Steve Grant from the Total Saints podcast joins us to give 'The Opposition View' on Southampton, our next opponents. With 6 defeats in their last 6 Premier League matches, what has happened to Saints after a good start this season? With injuries to Walker-Peters, Walcott and Diallo how does Steve see Saints overturning Chelsea's record of 5 matches unbeaten at St Mary's?Finally, we have our own preview of Southampton v Chelsea. Should we be worried by Southampton's high press? With a massive improvement in goals conceded since Tuchel's arrival how do we increase the goals scored. Would staring Kai Havertz up-front be a solution? We wrap up by explaining how we see the match going and give our predictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 19, 20211h 28m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow Episode 13- Bounce-back-ability

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Rob Pratley, Senior Editor of The Chels Social, to discuss Chelsea's return to winning ways against Arsenal and Bristol City. There's a news round up from Kingsmeadow and a discussion on Magda Eriksson and Pernille Harder opening their DMs to help support those struggling to come out as gay.Plus we hold a special Q&A ahead of the international break. You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/jVbHw2dJzKFollow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx and Rob @RJPJournalismYou can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 17, 20211h 13m

“Das Ist Klar” Chelsea FanCast #795

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Dan Silver and Joe Tweeds to look back at Monday nights 2-0 win against 'depleted' Newcastle.On the show tonight, we applaud Timo Werner for getting on the score sheet at last; but the plaudits should go to the real man-of-the-match Mateo Kovacic. We lament Tammy getting injured and discuss the (cough) rehabilitation of Kepa Arrizabalaga.In Part two we ask what is Tuchel scared of as Chelsea’s second half performance dropped off to the extent that we fielded 9 defensively minded players at home to a ‘depleted’ Newcastle. Why are Chelsea still profligate up front; are we dull to watch and watch out, it’s about to get a whole lot tougher!In part three JK and Chidge read out the emails sent in by our faithful listeners this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 20212h 12m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #794

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Mark Meehan to look back at Chelsea's FA Cup win over Barnsley and look ahead to Monday night's match against Newcastle United.Sam Inkersole from Football.London joins us to look back at Chelsea's 1-0 win away to Barnsley in the FA Cup. Tammy came to the rescue at both ends after Tommy T's second half changes. But why did so many players fail to impress and it's all about the win...isn't it?Will from the Talk of the Toon podcast joins us to give 'The Opposition View' on Newcastle Utd, our next opponents. The Toon's form seems to have picked up recently with wins against Southampton and Everton, does this have anything to do with Steve Bruce or more the return of Allan Saint-Maximin, and how will they cope without Callum Wilson? As ever, Will tells us how he sees the match going and gives us his prediction.Finally, we have our own preview of Chelsea v Newcastle. With Kai Havertz absent again we ask should we be worried about the young German or just more patient? Thiago Silva is still out with injury but Timo Werner is fit again, so who will Tuchel select and if we go purely in currently on form what is Chelsea's best side at the moment. We wrap up by explaining how we see the match going and give our predictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 12, 20211h 21m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow Eps 12: '33 and out'

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Dayne Whittle to discuss Chelsea's shock home defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion and the Conti Cup Semi Final win over West Ham.There's a news round up from Kingsmeadow and news of a goal in the loan report plus we discuss supporter over reaction to the defeat. And we look ahead to the massive game against Arsenal on Wednesday and the last game before the international break on Sunday against Bristol City. You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/ApUqskGz Follow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx and Dayne @DWhitt9You can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 9, 202152 min

'Sheffield Steel' Chelsea FanCast #793

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Martin Wickham and Adam Newson from Football.London to look back at Chelsea's steely win against Sheffield Utd and ahead to Thursday night's FA Cup tie against Barnsley.On the show tonight, we applaud Timo Werner for his performance and discuss that its only a matter of time before he starts banging the goals in again. We also discuss another peak Mount performance and the two sides of Toni Rudiger.In Part two we discuss the two sides of Jorginho and Kovacic; Chelsea’s game management under Tuchel and Chelsea’s progress towards the top four.In part three we have a full postbag as JK and Chidge read out the emails sent in by our faithful listeners this week.And to wrap up in part four we preview Thursday night’s FA Cup tie away to Barnsley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 8, 20212h 36m

Chelsea FanCast Preview Show #792

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Dayne Whittle to look back at the obligatory victory over Spurs and to look ahead to Sunday's match against Sheffield Utd.Liam Twomey of The Athletic joins us to look back at Chelsea's 1-0 win away to Spurs. Thomas Tuchel is delivering so far and doing it his way, but what can he do to get Chelsea's strikers scoring and how big a blow is the injury to Thiago Silva?Ben, The Travelling Blade joins us to give 'The Opposition View' on Sheffield Utd, our next opponents. With 3 wins in 5, one of them away to Man Utd, what has Chris Wilder done to turn things around? Can Utd stay up? How is Ethan Ampadu doing and how does Ben see Sunday's match going.Finally, we preview Sheffield Utd v Chelsea. Will Tuchel stick with the 3:4:2:1? Will he stick with Jorginho and Kovacic in midfield? Is Christensen for Silva a simple swap? Will he rotate Alonso with Chilwell and what's Tuchel's best combination up front? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 5, 20211h 18m

'In Off The Post' Chelsea FanCast #791

Stamford Chidge and Jonathan Kydd reconvene to go through the bulging Chelsea FanCast mail bag.On the show tonight we have emails from all over the world predominantly on the aftermath of Frank Lampard's sacking and the hopes for the new regime under Thomas Tuchel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 3, 20212h 8m

Went To Mow Kingsmeadow- Episode 11- Record Breakers

This week Dean and Jane are joined by Louise Bradshaw to discuss Chelsea breaking the WSL record for consecutive games unbeaten after their win against Aston Villa and the 4-0 thrashing of Spurs.There's a round up of the latest news from Kingsmeadow, including a potential move into the men's game from manager Emma Hayes and we look forward to our Conti Cup semi-final against West Ham and WSL match against Brighton and Hove Albion next weekend.You can now find us on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8K2nPoZlH0xqVP_W1I-DQJoin our brand new Discord channel via this link https://discord.gg/ApUqskGz Follow us on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Jane @JaneChappellx and Louise @LouBradshaw1979You can follow us on Instagram @wenttomowkingsmeadow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 2, 20211h 5m

“Tommy Two-Goals” Chelsea FanCast #790

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Mark Meehan and Sam Inkersole from Football.London to look back on Chelsea's first win under Thomas Tuchel and ahead to this week's match against Spurs.On the show tonight, we applaud Tommy T for getting off the mark; we hail Cesar, we beatify St Marcos and we demand that Mount Must Start!In Part two we ask has Hudson-Odoi found his mojo; is Jorginho the ultimate flat track bully; furrow our brow at the work that Werner and Pulisic have to do and discuss how Tuchel’s 3:4:2:1 has brought some much-needed stability in defence.In part three we look ahead to Thursday’s huge grudge match against Spurs. Who will Tuchel select and what system will he use? Will Spurs be there for the taking without Harry Kane and can Chelsea make a push for the top four. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 1, 20212h 10m