Chelsea FanCast

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Alex Churchill for the last Chelsea FanCast of the year to look back at the Festive fixtures where Chelsea beat their North London rivals Spurs and Arsenal but lost at home Southampton.On the show tonight we look back at an excellent win over Arsenal where Chelsea’s youngsters came of age and dug one out by coming from behind to win for the first time this season.  In part two, we look back at another home defeat, this time against Southampton. What can Frank and Jody do to sort out our poor home form? In part three, we look back at the fantastic win against Mourinho’s Spurs where Willian was the conqueror and proved he still hates Tottenham. Don’t we all! In part four we read out this week’s emails and then look ahead to the matches against Brighton on New Year’s Day and Nottingham Forest on Sunday in the FA Cup.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge, Jonathan Kydd and Clayton Beerman look back on a typical roller coaster decade for Chelsea FC.Having gone through ten managers in the decade and suffering our two lowest finishes in the Premier League; Chelsea being Chelsea also managed to win three European trophies including the iconic Champions League triumph in Munich in 2012. Throw in three Premier League titles; three FA Cups and one League Cup and Chelsea undoubtedly are the top English team of the decade.This was the decade which saw Eden Hazard blossom into one of the best players in the world and we were privileged to see his entire Chelsea career.We reflect on a decade which has seen Chelsea scale some unbelievable heights amid some self inflicted chaos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge and Dan Silver join Matt Beadle for a look back at Chelsea's defeat to Bournemouth; being drawn against Bayern Munich in the Champions' League and preview our big match against Jose Mourinho's Spurs on Sunday.Was the defeat to Bournemouth resulting in 4 defeats in 5 matches an indication of a crisis or a blip and is it the reality check we need?The Champions' League draw pits Chelsea against Bayern Munich reviving very happy memories of 2012 for Frank Lampard & the Chelsea supporters, but is it better or worse than expected? How daunting will playing Bayern Munich be and can we beat them?Dan Tracey from E-Spurs joins us for The Opposition View and we ask him how he feels about Jose being in charge, given what he’s said about Spurs? Does Dan think he’s changed? Is he worried about it ending in tears? And with Chelsea being a better side away is he worried?Finally we look ahead to the match against Spurs and wonder whether it's a good time to play them and ask just how unpalatable & damaging will it be to lose? We wrap up with our predictions for the match and a look back at Chelsea's year and decade.This is our last show before Christmas so all the team at Chelsea FanCast would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and thanks for your support this year.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Mark Worrall to look back at Chelsea's humbling defeat to Bournemouth; the Champions' League win against Lille and drawing Bayern Munich in the next round and the little matter of a match against Spurs next weekend.On the show tonight we ponder why Chelsea fare so badly against teams in poor form and have we been found out at home? In part two, we ask does Frank have a problem with Chelsea’s midfield; is our 4th defeat in 5 games a reality check and have we been in a false position and how do Frank and Jody turn it around? In part three, we have a few Parish Notices, the results of this weekends Who Knows Wins match prediction league and look back at last week’s Champions’ League match against Lille and a look ahead to next weekend’s match against Spurs. In part four we read out this week’s emails.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Kydd and Dan Silver join Matt Beadle to discuss Chelsea's win against Lille in the Champions' League which secured qualification to the next round of the tournament and also a look ahead to Chelsea's match against Bournemouth in the Premier League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Liam Twomey, straight out of The Athletic to reflect on Chelsea's Transfer Ban being lifted; look back at the 3-1 defeat to Everton on Saturday and ahead to Tuesday night's final Champions' League group match against Lille.Special Announcement: Some of you may know that John Whitehead (aka @donjoninglesias on Twitter) passed away last week. What many won’t know was that he was terminally ill with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, a ferocious lung disease. Despite this John never let this dull his passion for his family, life & love of football.Although born in Spain, he was raised within a goal kick of Stamford Bridge & this began his life long love affair with his beloved Chelsea, whom he followed over land & sea (& Leicester) for 6 decades. John’s last game was Lille away in his wheelchair & struggling severely with his breathing he cheered on his team to victory. As a fitting tribute to this young father & husband, a “True Blue” a minutes applause on the 57th minute on Tuesday against Lille is being organised. When discussing this, John’s wife Kathryn said, that if he was here today, he’d say “that was the best thing to ever happen to him in his life”! So as only Chelsea can, let’s give John a “Proper Chels(ea)” send off that his family can remember please!On the show tonight we kick off proceedings to discuss the ramifications of the Transfer Ban being lifted. Should Chelsea buy & if so who & what? And how will this affect youth development?In part two, we look back at the loss to Everton and discuss the lack of physicality and poor finishing and the woeful defending and ask with 3 defeats in the last 4 matches what does Frank have to do to turn it round?In part three, we have the Parish Notices, a look at the weekends Who Knows Wins match prediction league and look ahead to tomorrow night’s Champions’ League match against Lille.In part four we read out this week’s emails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge, Jonathan Kydd and Clayton Beerman join Matt Beadle to talk about Chelsea's transfer ban being lifted today and a look back at the win against Aston Villa in midweek and ahead to the match against Everton.With the news on Friday that Chelsea's Transfer Ban has been lifted, we ask should Chelsea buy players in January and if so who and for what positions? Should the club be looking to buy quality or quantity and how will this affect the youth development?With a return to winning ways against Aston Villa in the midweek game, it had a feeling of 'Groundhog Day' with Chelsea creating chances, but not taking them; being careless at the back & conceding as a result. But it was a much needed win and very entertaining but why did it have to be so tense?Tammy was back on the score sheet & a Mason Mount scored a worldy so are Chelsea better when they both start? And why do opposition ‘keepers turn into Gordon Banks when playing Chelsea? Plus Ben joins us on the phone to discuss whether we need to buy another 'keeper to give Kepa some competition?Looking ahead to the Everton match we have Paul McParlan from These Football Times to discuss whether or not Duncan Ferguson will provide the lift Everton need to beat Chelsea, having sacked Marco Silva.All this plus our predictions for the match on Saturday!Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-8.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a national radio station and is broadcast on DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.You can phone in or What's App us and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call or What's App is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd & Tony Glover to look back at the 1-0 defeat to West Ham and ahead to the midweek match against Aston Villa.On the show tonight we ask whether the team selection was flawed or whether the profligacy up front was more of an issue.In part two, we look at some of the individual performances and ask why Chelsea can’t convert their chances; put in a tackle worthy of a foul or come back from behind and we discuss whether the defeat to West Ham was in fact the reality check we all needed. We also look at last weekends Who Knows Wins match prediction league and reveal who the somewhat surprising winner was.In part three, we read out this week’s emails.In part four we have a look ahead to Wednesday night’s home match against another claret and blue team; Aston Villa and the return of John Terry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Kydd, Clayton Beerman, Dan Silver join Matt Beadle to talk about Chelsea's defeat to Man City in the Premier League last weekend; the draw against Valencia in the Champions' League on Wednesday and look ahead to Saturday's match against West Ham.Looking back at Chelsea's draw against Valencia we ask was the draw enough; is qualification secured? How do we address the fallibility at the back & be more ruthless up front? And with Kepa getting stick – is it justified or not?In last weekend's defeat to Man City did Chelsea fail the big test or are they exceeding expectations? Was Chelsea’s inexperience and naivete exposed? When will we beat a big team and does it matter?Looking ahead to Saturday's match against West Ha, with Tammy out, who starts Michy or Giroud? Do we expect many other changes to the starting XI? And with No love lost between Frank & West Ham; a 3 O’clock KO & a London Derby – it should be spicy!We also talk to former West Ham Director of Youth Development Tony Carr, the man responsible for bringing the likes of Frank Lampard and Joe Cole through from the youth team, to get his take on West Ham. We wrap up with our match predictions.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-8.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a national radio station and is broadcast on DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.You can phone in or What's App us and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call or What's App is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd & Dean Mears to look back at Chelsea's defeat to Man City and ahead to Wednesday nights Champions' League match against Valencia.On the show tonight we try and figure out whether we are downhearted or uplifted by Chelsea’s 2-1 defeat to City.In part two, we ask should Reece James command a regular place at right back with Azpi at left back? Should we be worried about Kepa and can it be fixed with a different goalkeeping coach? And what improvements do Chelsea need to compete with the likes of City and Liverpool. Is Frank right to say “we’re coming”?In part three, we read out this week’s emails but reveal the winner of the Art of Football Frank Lampard t-shirt competition.In part four we reveal the winners of the Who Knows Wins match predictions league this weekend and to wrap up we have a look ahead to Wednesday night’s crucial Champions’ league match against Valencia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge and Jonathan Kydd join Matt Beadle to look ahead to Chelsea's match against Man City on Saturday and discuss Jose Mourinho's move to bitter rivals Spurs.With Jose Mourinho moving to Spurs we discuss how we feel about him managing our rivals and does he owe Chelsea fans some respect & vice versa?  Are we worried that Mourinho will revitalise Spurs and get them a trophy?Looking ahead to Chelsea's match against Man City will Frank pick Azpi or James? Will it be Jorginho; Kovacic & Kante in midfield? How worried about Aguero should we be? Can we exploit City down the flanks like Liverpool did?In the 'Opposition View' we ask are there concerns about City's defence? And is Pep prioritising the Champions' League ahead of the Premier League?We wrap up with our match predictions.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-8.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a national radio station and is broadcast on DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.You can phone in or What's App us and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call or What's App is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd & Clayton Beerman to round up all the latest Chelsea news.On the show tonight we round up the best of Chelsea player’s international performances and ask how important it is that Chelsea’s international players do well for their national teams.In part two, we round up the latest Chelsea news this week and divulge more Rons Rumours. We also have the usual Parish notices and a teaser for the next Chelsea Special interview.In part three, we read out this week’s emails but before that we have a competition to win an Art of Football Frank Lampard competition.In part four we have an interview with the founder of Who Knows Wins our betting partner as well as having a look at how our league is shaping up this week. To wrap up we have a look ahead to next weekends match against Man City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Kydd and Alex Churchill join Matt Beadle to talk all things Chelsea.Looking back to Chelsea's last win against Crystal Palace, we discuss Chelsea learning to break down stubborn opposition; Reece James outstanding performance and does this mean the end for Azpilicueta? And with Tammy Abraham & Pulisic keep scoring do we need to buy another striker?Chelsea may be on an International Break but the players certainly aren't. We discuss how did Chelsea’s England contingent did against Montenegro? Can we see Chelsea dominating England for years to come and what is the Best Chelsea England team of all time? How have Chelsea's foreign internationals done this week and will do over the weekend?Rounding up the Chelsea news we ask are Chelsea fines, fine? Pedro off to Atalanta and who else might go in January? All will be revealed courtesy of #RonsRumours.To wrap up we ask if there are tougher tests ahead for Chelsea. How big a test will City away be? Does Jose have a point about beating big sides & the need for pragmatism? With Chelsea 3rd in the league, is a title challenge a reality? What would we settle for/hope for?Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-8.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a national radio station and is broadcast on DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.You can phone in or What's App us and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call or What's App is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Mark Worrall to look back at Chelsea's win against Crystal Palace and remarkable come back to draw against Ajax last week, both featuring a certain Reece James!On the show tonight we discuss just how well Reece James played and wonder what the future holds for Azpi and yet another selection headache for Frank Lampard. In part two, we discuss Abraham and Pulisic scoring again and another fine performance from the rejuvenated Willian and Kovavic and N’Golo Kante is back! We also have the usual Parish notices and a teaser for the next Chelsea Special podcast – an interview with Tommy Baldwin.In part three, we read out this week’s emails and in part four we doff our hat to this week’s winners in our Who Knows Wins Chelsea FanCast match predictions league and then look back to the remarkable Champion’s League match against Ajax, but is Chelsea’s qualification to the next round of the Champions’ League still in the balance? Plus, Marco will be reading an extract from his new book “Liquidator 1969-1970 A Chelsea Memoir”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Kydd and Clayton Beerman join Matt Beadle to talk all things Chelsea.Looking back to Chelsea's unbelievable draw against Ajax in the Champions' League; we discuss the remarkable comeback but should Chelsea have won? Was a draw disappointing? Reece James galvanised the side but should he start now with Azpi on the left? 3 Ajax goals from 1 shot on target doesn’t tell the 1st half story or does it and are there worries about Kepa?Chelsea have got their never say die spirit back; Zouma’s run; 2 sending’s off; Jorginho’s pens; Azpi’s fire; was this the most mental game we’ve seen? Famous Four Fours from the past - Liverpool, Villa, Spurs, Sheff Weds we take a look back.And how is CL progression looking? Will it be tight? Is Valencia a must win?Looking ahead to the match against Crystal Palace at the weekend, is Mount’s injury a concern or is it convenient with Kante fit again? Mike Dean is the Ref; VAR is Andre Marriner – what could go wrong? Palace were second best to Leicester last weekend but doing well; are they a threat?Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-8.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a national radio station and is broadcast on DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.You can phone in or What's App us and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call or What's App is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Joe Tweedie to look back at Chelsea's win against Watford, a record 7th consecutive away win, and a look ahead to the Champions' League tie against Ajax this week.On the show tonight we discuss just how well Jorginho and Kovacic have combined to become the heart of Chelsea’s midfield and ask what happens when Kante is fit again? In part two, we discuss another good performance and result, with 7 away wins on the trot, but there are still improvements to be made. We also have the usual Parish notices and a teaser for the next Chelsea Special podcast – an interview with Kerry Dixon. In part three, we read out this week’s emails and in part four we doff our hat to this week’s winners in our Who Knows Wins Chelsea FanCast match predictions league and then look back to the frustrating defeat to Man Utd in the Carabao Cup and quick look ahead to this Tuesday’s Champions league tie against Ajax. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Stamford Chidge, Clayton & Charlie Beerman join Matt Beadle to look back at Chelsea's defeat to Man Utd in the Carabao Cup this week and ahead to Chelsea's match away to Watford in the Premier League on Saturday.We discuss a poor first half for Chelsea and a better second half but Utd out do Chelsea again winning 2-1 in the Carabao Cup. But were Chelsea simply done by two mistakes & two well executed set pieces? Did Utd’s strong selection, packed midfield & counter-attacking stump Chelsea?On the plus side, there was more game time for James; Guehi & Gilmour and a superb Drogba-esque goal from Batshuayi but can he do this more often and will going out of the Cup have longer term benefits for Chelsea?Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Looking ahead to the Watford match, we discuss Chelsea winning their last 6 away games, but why are we better away? Is there more to come from Pulisic? While the Jorginho & Kovacic partnership is blossoming, does the third midfielder need to break the lines?Former Watford player, Derek Payne joins us for 'The Opposition View' and we ask him with clean sheets in their last 2 home games, will Watford be able to withstand an on form Chelsea? With Watford's current striker crisis, who scores the goals with Welbeck & Deeney out?Can Quique Flores keep Watford up this season? With Watford still winless, can they change this on Saturday?Finally we give our predictions for the Watford match and a plug for Stamford Chidge taking part in the 'Big Stamford Bridge Sleep Out' in November. You can sponsor us by clicking here And our new venture, The Chelsea Special a podcast featuring a series of interviews with legendary Chelsea players from the 1960's to present day.Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-8.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a national radio station and is broadcast on DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.You can phone in or What's App us and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call or What's App is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Tony Glover to look back at Captain America aka Christian Pulisic's marvel-ous hat trick against Burnley on Saturday.On the show tonight we get a warm fuzzy glow discussing Pulisic’s perfect hat-trick and ask in the cold light of day has Frank Lampard handled his introduction to the team well? Is he Hazard-esque or is the fact that goal scoring seems to be a team effort this season more important?In part two, we discuss Jorginho and Kovacic, liberated by Frank Lampard and dominating midfield and Zouma and Tomori become rock like in defence, before the team collectively switched off to allow Burnley two needless consolation goals. But sloppiness aside Frank Lampard’s Chelsea are most definitely exceeding expectations. We also have the usual Parish notices and a teaser for the next Chelsea Special podcast – an interview with Ron ‘Chopper’ Harris.In part three, we read out this week’s emails and in part four we doff our hat to this week’s winners in our Who Knows Wins Chelsea FanCast match predictions league and then look back to the brilliant victory over Ajax in last Wednesday’s Champions’ League match and a quick look ahead to this Wednesday’s Carabao Cup tie against Man Utd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Stamford Chidge, Jonathan Kydd and Matt Beadle look back at Chelsea's stunning victory away to Ajax in the Champions' League this week and ahead to Chelsea's match away to Burnley in the Premier League on Saturday.We discuss arguably Chelsea's best performance and result of Lampard’s reign with the 1-0 win away in Amsterdam against Ajax on Wednesday night. The blend of experience and youth is beginning to pay off and Chelsea showed a tactical maturity as did Frank Lampard with his use of Pulisic and Batshuayi as impact subs.Chelsea are showing an impressive rate of development under Frank Lampard and with 6 wins out of 6 – we’re on a roll, but against Ajax we were lucky to be on the right side of a VAR call when Promes' goal was called offside. We discuss whether VAR might not be so bad after all.Looking ahead to Saturday's match against Burnley we talk to Chris Boden of the Burnley Express and discuss Burnley's great home record, but less so against Chelsea;  Ashley Barnes being the main threat, Burnley having deceptive quality but will they try to rough Chelsea up.We round up by discussing Chelsea's great record against Burnley especially away which perhaps debunks the myth of ot being a perennially tough away trip and with Kante & Barkley unlikely to start, who will and after a tough run of games played at high energy does anyone need a rest?Finally we give our predictions and a plug for Stamford Chidge taking part in the 'Big Stamford Bridge Sleep Out' in November. You can sponsor us by clicking here And our new venture, The Chelsea Special a podcast featuring a series of interviews with legendary Chelsea players from the 1960's to present day. Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Looking ahead to Saturday's match against Newcastle we discuss Chelsea injuries - who is fit? After Hudson-Odoi's 2 great goals for England U-21s will he get a start and what are our predictions for the match.Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-8.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a national radio station and is broadcast on DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.You can phone in or What's App us and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call or What's App is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bobby Tambling is most widely known for being Chelsea’s record goal scorer for over 40 years; scoring 202 goals in only 370 games before being famously bettered by Frank Lampard in 2013. But Bobby means so much more to Chelsea supporters of a certain vintage than that.Martin King and Stamford Chidge were privileged to interview him in one of the Chelsea hotels before a match. We talked to Bobby about playing and learning from the great Jimmy Greaves; the differences in approach between Tommy Docherty and Dave Sexton; the game at Villa Park where he scored 5 goals; the pain of defeat against Spurs in the 1967 FA Cup Final and missing out in the 1970 final as well as following the careers of Kerry Dixon and Frank Lampard wondering which one might break his goal scoring record.To download and play the full interview with Bobby Tambling for just £2.99 go to chelseaspecial.podbean.comMake sure you follow the Chelsea Special on Podbean to get a heads up on our forthcoming interviews with Chelsea legends such as Kerry Dixon, Chopper Harris, Tommy Baldwin and many more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the show tonight Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Gate 17's Mark Worrall as we show our appreciation to Chelsea FanCast listeners; Marcos Alonso; Calum Hudson-Odoi; Tammy Abraham and Christian Pulisic.In part two, we discuss an important win for Chelsea and the team’s development; ask what’s going on with yet more injuries and reflect on what otherwise looks like a very healthy state of the Chelsea nation. All this plus the usual Parish notices and a teaser for the next Chelsea Special podcast – an interview with Bobby Tambling.In part three, we read out this week’s emails and in part four we take a look at the potential winners and losers in our Who Knows Wins Chelsea FanCast match predictions league and then look ahead to Wednesday’s Champions’ League match against Ajax. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Stamford Chidge, Jonathan Kydd and Matt Beadle are joined by Chelsea legend and friend of the show, Paul 'King Canners' Canoville to look ahead to Chelsea's match against Newcastle and find out what Canners thinks about Chelsea's season so far.We ask Paul what he thinks of Chelsea’s season so far; which players have impressed him and what does he think of Frank Lampard’s management. Paul also talks about the Paul Canoville Foundation, what does it do and who does it help as well as some of the events he has lined up for Black History Month? Paul knows better than most what its like to be homeless and like Stamford Chidge he is taking part in the 'Big Stamford Bridge Sleep Out' in November. You can sponsor us by clicking here Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Looking ahead to Saturday's match against Newcastle we discuss Chelsea injuries - who is fit? After Hudson-Odoi's 2 great goals for England U-21s will he get a start and what are our predictions for the match.Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-8.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a national radio station and is broadcast on DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen toLOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.You can phone in or What's App us and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call or What's App is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Liam Twomey from The Athletic to rescue you from the International Break with some Chelsea chat!On the show tonight we check in with the Chelsea players on international duty to see how they’ve done and assess what the impact on Chelsea might be for those who have been injured.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!In part two, the international break affords us the opportunity for another half-term report as we discuss Willian’s renaissance; the need to keep the momentum going with the fixtures over the next 6 weeks. All this plus this week’s Parish Notices including the launch of a brand-new Chelsea podcast!In part three, we read out this week’s emails and we review how things went in the first week of the Chelsea FanCast Who Knows Wins match prediction league.And in part four we have an interview with Chelsea fan, Andy Scott, talking about his book 'Tales of a Page' about his Father who was a Page at the Dorchester Hotel in London. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge, Clayton Beerman and Jonathan Kydd join Matt Beadle to discuss this week's Chelsea news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Dan Silver and Dean Mears to look back at the wins against Southampton and Lille.On the show tonight we pat Willian and the old guard on the back for putting it in and proving that you need experience to go with talented youth.In part two, we applaud Tammy Abraham, the league’s top goal scorer and Mason Mount for his vital contributions, but with everything going so well we ask has the international break come at a bad time for Chelsea’s momentum? We’ll also be introducing our new promotion “Who Knows Wins” where you can have a bet on the football with us in our own Chelsea FanCast prediction league.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!In part three, we read out this week’s emails and in part four, we have a quick look back at last Wednesday night’s Champions League match against Lille where Chelsea’s youngsters came of age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Stamford Chidge, Jonathan Kydd, Brian Woolf from Chelsea Chicago and Richard Weekes from 'We are the Shed' join Charlie Hawkins to look back at last Wednesday night's Champions League tie against Lille and look ahead to Sunday's Premier League fixture away to Southampton.After a good win in the Champions' League against Lille we ask, did Frank Lampard’s Chelsea come of age on Wednesday? We also applaud Lampard’s tactical flexibility & in-game management; Tammy on target again and Willian showing us that experience is still needed.We discuss the Pulisic issue getting the American view from Brian who runs Chelsea Chicago supporters group and also ask him what its like to follow Chelsea over land & sea when you have to travel 4,000 miles for a home match. Brian works closely with Richard Weekes from 'We are the Shed' to create the banners seen on match days at the Shed End and we talk to them about their work helping to create a decent atmosphere in the ground.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Looking ahead to Sunday's match against Southampton we discuss why this is such a favourite away day. We also put it to Steve Grant from the Saints Web Podcast in the 'Opposition View' that the reason for this is Chelsea's superb record at St Mary's, as well as asking him about former Chelsea players Ryan Bertrand and Oriel Romeu before giving our predictions for the match.Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-8.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a national radio station and is broadcast on DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.You can phone in or What's App us and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call or What's App is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and the indefatigable Joe Tweedie to discuss Chelsea's first home Premier League win (and clean sheet) against Brighton on Saturday; plus a look back at the 7-1 win against Grimsby Town and this Wednesday's Champions' League match against Lille.On the show tonight we celebrate our first home premier league win and clean sheet; try and figure out what’s going on with penalties and applaud Jorginho for his Lazarus like turnaround from villain to hero.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!In part two, we discuss why experience is still key; worry about Kante; look at Lampard’s big six weeks and ask everybody likes us, do we care? Plus, this week’s parish notices.In part three, we have a schedule change as we read out this week’s emails and in part four, we have a quick look back at the Carabao Cup win against Grimsby Town and a look ahead to Wednesday night’s Champions League match against Lille. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Stamford Chidge, Clayton Beerman, Dan Silver and matt Beadle look back at last Wednesday night's Carabao Cup tie against Grimsby Town and look ahead to Saturday's Premier League fixture against Brighton and Wednesday's Champions League tie against Lille.The Youth got their chance to impress against Grimsby Town in the Carabao Cup last week, and boy did they in a 7-1 win adding more names to the list of Tomori, Mount and Abraham as potential starters. But what about Barkley and Pulisic?We also have a look back to the match against Liverpool last week and ask did Chelsea deserve more than they got? VAR – what is it good for?And applaud the support when losing which speaks volumes.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!We look ahead to Lille in the Champions League tie against Lille next wednesday and find some familiar faces with Chelsea connections and ask is this a must win match and how important is the Champions League this season?Finally we look ahead to Chelsea v Brighton with 'Hear us Roars' Ady Packham in 'Opposition View' and ask will Frank Lampard break his Premier League home duck before giving our predictions.Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-8.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a national radio station and is broadcast on DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in or What's App us and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call or What's App is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Gate 17's very own Mark Worrall to look back at Chelsea's honorable defeat to Liverpool and ahead to the Carabao match on Wednesday against Grimsby Town.On the show tonight we ask with Chelsea being cheered off after losing and Mourinho saying this is a small club mentality, is there honour in defeat? And why are we showing top four form up front and relegation form at the back?Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!In part two, we discuss Kante and Tomori being amazing and VAR sucking the life out of the match going experience. We also ask why no Pulisic and is Frank Lampard proving to be an unlucky manager?In part three, we have a quick look ahead to Wednesday night’s Carabao cup tie against Grimsby Town, before some parish notices and in part four we have 11 emails no less from you the loyal Chelsea FanCast listeners. God help me and JK!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Stamford Chidge, Jonathan Kydd, Alex Churchill and Kieran Crichard look back at last Tuesday night's Champions' League tie against Valencia and look ahead to Sunday's Premier League fixture against Liverpool.We discuss Chelsea's Champions' League defeat to Valencia and Ross Barkley’s pen and Mason Mount’s injury in particular. Is inexperience a valid excuse and how does the defeat affect Chelsea’s chance of progressing in the CL.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Looking ahead to the Liverpool match on Sunday, we talk about today's Press Conference and the news that Callum Hudson-Odoi has finally signed.What will Chelsea's team selection & formation be? Is it a good or bad time to play Liverpool who also lost in midweek? How do we stop Salah, Mane and Firmino? How do we get past Van Dijk? Will the Super Cup final where Chelsea drew with the European Champions have any bearing on the match?We wrap up the show with our Chelsea v Liverpool predictions!Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Tony Glover to look back at a great 5-2 win away at Wolves where the Kids proved that they are indeed alright!On the show tonight we discuss why Tammy Abraham is Chelsea’s main man and ask could he be Chelsea’s Harry Kane? Plus we have two new songs for Tammy plus a song for Kovacic.In part two, we discuss the impact the youth are having on Chelsea; Lampard’s tactical flexibility; Der Panza returns but why are Chelsea still leaking goals?Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!In part three, we look ahead to tomorrow night’s Champions’ League tie against Valencia and in part four we have 7 emails no less from you the loyal Chelsea FanCast listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Stamford Chidge, Jonathan Kydd, Dean Mears and Charlie Hawkins look ahead to Saturday's Premier League fixture against Wolves and to Tuesday night's Champions' League tie against Valencia.We round up this week's Chelsea news and chat to Dean about his debut book, 'Cult Fiction' which recounts the divisive season under Maurizio Sarri.Looking ahead to the match against Wolves we ask who will replace Emerson and what are the likely return dates for Chelsea's walking wounded of Rudiger, Kante, Kovacic, Pedro, Hudson-Odoi and James? How much of a threat will Wolves pose and what are our predictions for the match.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!We speak to Sam from the Wolves 77 Club Podcast in 'Opposition View' and ask him is the Europa League affecting Wolves form or is it 2nd season syndrome? How optimistic is he of Wolves getting a result? What worries him about Chelsea and what is his match prediction?Looking ahead to Valencia we discuss the strange case of Valencia's Bat logo, the surprising similarities between the two clubs, Valencia's current form and how we see the match going including our prediction.Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd round up the Chelsea news from the International Break and have a ponder about Chelsea's season thus far.On the show tonight we have a look at how Chelsea players on international duty are doing as well as reflecting on how the players have done for Chelsea thus far this season and what Frank needs to do when they return.In part two, we indulge JK and you the audience as the international break gives us a chance to reflect on some past seasons and JK’s idiosyncratic memories of them.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!In part three, we throw the show open to you, the listeners, for a Q&A session where you can ask JK or myself anything you like, Chelsea or non-Chelsea related.And in part four we have a couple of emails to read out from John Marshall from Florida and Rob D’Elsini from Melbourne, Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Matt Beadle, Jonathan Kydd and Mark Worrall.With the International Break upon us, we look back to last weekend's draw against Sheffield United where Tammy was on target again; Tomori & Gilmour debuted and Lampard possibly made some naive subs. But, should we be worried yet or it is just growing pains?We discuss Chidge's 'half-term report' where Gold Stars are awarded to Mount; Abraham; Emerson; Jorginho and Kovacic. Kepa; Pulisic and Christensen could do better and Azpi; Zouma and Barkley find themselves in detention.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!With the international break affording some time to reflect we ask whether the following should be on Lampard's to do list: Get Kante, Rudiger, RLC, CHO, Kovacic & James fit. Get the centre back partnership right. Sort out the lack of leadership – Rudiger as Captain? Get a tune out of Berkley. Get the balance between attack & defence rightWith Mason Mount lined up to be Chelsea's 48th England international, we look at Chelsea's England players now and then; discuss Chelsea fans history with England and how its changed and take a look at Chelsea players on international duty this week.Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Clayton Beerman to look back on a frustrating draw against Sheffield United and dissect the Champions' League draw from last week. On the show tonight we discuss the positives of Chelsea getting on the front foot with Tammy Abraham impressing up front and Tomori at the back. In part two, we look at Chelsea’s vulnerabilities when on the back foot, switching off again; ask is Azpi on the decline? Should we be worried about Barkley? Did the subs reveal Frank’s lack of managerial experience and why there are promising signs that Chelsea will eventually get on the good foot, not least with some talented youngsters at last getting a chance.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!In part three, we look Chelsea’s Champions’ League group and ask who are the main threats, can we get out of the group and what would constitute success in the Champions’ league this season? And in part four we have some superb emails to read out from Alex Woodhams on the Captaincy; Bryce Winchester on supporting from Australia; Lloyd Torry on VAR; Jack Vassau on where to go on a match day and Greg Droney checking in from Aus!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Matt Beadle, Jonathan Kydd and Dan Silver.The lads look back at Chelsea's 3-2 win away at Norwich where Frank Lampard and Tammy Abraham got off the mark and discuss this week's Champions' league draw and Chelsea's home match against Sheffield United on Saturday.With Chelsea getting their first win of the season against Norwich, how important was it for Frank to get off the mark last weekend? How important was it for Tammy to get off the mark with 2 goals? Mason Mount continues to impress & gets England call up and Kovacic impresses too but is the defence still a concern?With the Champions' League draw pitting us against Ajax, Valencia and Lille; what do we think? Can we get out of the group? Who are the biggest threats? What would be a successful Champions League campaign?Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!In this week's 'Opposition View' we ask James Shield from the Sheffield Star, Chris Wilder – good manager & tactician and not be underestimated? With United playing on the front foot, tactically flexible with overlapping centre-back, how much of a threat will they be? With 24 goals last season, Billy Sharp is the main goal threat but United gave the ball away a lot in their defeat to Leicester last weekend; is that promoted sides Achilles heel?Chelsea still have injury issues with Kante, Pedro and Rudiger all non-starters. Will Willian to feature in the Starting XI? Can Abraham and Mount do it again? What are out match predictions?Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Alex 'The Girl Who Likes Balls' Churchill to look back at Chelsea's away win at Norwich this weekend.On the show tonight we discuss Frank and Tammy getting off the mark, Mason Mount looking the real deal and Kovacic putting in a mature and impressive performance.In part two, we discuss VAR – a clear and obvious farce; Christensen v Zouma - who will partner Rudiger when he returns and will the supporters back Frank irrespective of the results? We have the view from the posh seats v the view from the cheap seats.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!In part three, we look at Chelsea’s current injury crisis with Kante and Pedro struggling and Rudiger, CHO, Loftus-Cheek and James set for returns soon and we look ahead to the Champions League draw this Friday plus a few parish notices.And in part four we have some superb emails to read out from Cheyne on zonal marking; John on VAR; Yarin on Chelsea womens’ trip to Israel; Paul’s delight in how Chelsea are progressing and Brendan’s tales from Aus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Matt Beadle, Jonathan Kydd and Clayton Beerman.The lads look back at Chelsea's 1-1 draw at home against Leicester City and ask how good can Mason Mount be? How does he differ from other Chelsea youngsters and how do we address the concerns up front and in defence?We also look ahead to the match this weekend against Norwich City and get this week's 'Opposition View' and we hear from former Chelsea player turned pundit, Pat Nevin speaking about Frank Lampard.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Joe Tweedie and Lee Scott from TotalFootballAnalysis.com to look back at a frustrating draw with Leicester City.On the show tonight we discuss a very good 25 minutes and a second rate 65 minutes, but was it down to a state of exhaustion after extra time in the super cup final? And we’ll be hearing from Lee Scott from TotalFootballAnalysis.com who explains to me the pros and cons of Zonal Marking. You can follow Lee on twitter @FMAnalysis and Total Football Analysis @TotalAnalysisIn part two, we take a step back and look at some of the good and less good performances and ask was Willian shocking or rusty? And where are we on the Frank Lampard evolutionary curve.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!In part three, we ask what are the media up to with their agenda against Lampard and what is really going on with social media when the match going support seems to be resolute? We also say well done to Ashley Cole who has announced his retirement.In part four we have lots of parish notices and lots of your emails to read out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Matt Beadle, Stamford Chidge, Jonathan Kydd and very special guest, Chelsea legend Kerry Dixon!We look back at the European Super Cup final against Liverpool where Chelsea went toe to toe with the European Champions only to lose on penalties. Tammy Abraham wins the equalising penalty but misses the crucial 5th in the shoot out but can he and will he bounce back? While there was no trophy, it was another good performance showing that Chelsea can compete and can only get better under Frank Lampard. Kerry gives us his view.Lampard made the right changes after the defeat to Utd and the players improved with impressive performances from Kepa, Pulasic and Mount but the star of the show was the indomitable N'Golo Kante, but does Kerry think he can strike up an effective partnership with Jorginho and what does he think of the man scapegoated under Sarri?In this weeks 'Legend of the week' sponsored by Classic Football Shirts, we choose Pat Nevin, one of the most skilful and well loved Chelsea players of all time. Who better to talk about 'Wee Pat' than Kerry Dixon, a man who profited massively from Nevin's assists. Kerry also discusses some of his favourite moments from his illustrious career; his best Chelsea players; best Chelsea managers; most difficult opponents and his hopes for Chelsea this season.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Looking back at last weekend's opening fixture against Man Utd, should Lampard have selected older heads above eager youngsters? Should Chelsea have been more cautious? How do we address the implosions and is a lack of physicality an issue? Leicester fan, Jake Watson, joins us on the phone for 'Opposition View' to discuss Chelsea's opponents in the Premier League this Sunday. Are Leicester genuine contenders for a top 6 finish this season under Brendan Rogers? Will they regret selling Harry Maguire to Man Utd and what are their prospects against Chelsea this weekend.Finally, we discuss the excitement of the first home match of the season; the abuse of Tammy Abraham on social media and Chelsea v Leicester this Sunday with our predictions.Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Tony Glover as the Chelsea FanCast returns to look back at Chelsea's first Premier League match of the season, a 4-0 defeat away to Man Utd.On the show tonight we look at the negatives and the positives from the 4-0 defeat away to Utd and ask were we unlucky or naïve?In part two, we get down to brass tacks and ask was the defeat a timely reminder of where we are this season? How much do we need the likes of Kante, Willian and Rudiger back? Is Chelsea’s proclivity to implode a concern and why we think there is no need to panic.In part three, we look ahead to Wednesday night’s European Super Cup final against Liverpool in Istanbul. We ask How important is the Super Cup? Will Frank take it seriously? Who will he start with? Can we beat Liverpool and how damaging would another heavy defeat be? And is Istanbul a trip too far?In part four we have your emails to read out for the first time this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Matt Beadle, Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd on David Luiz's departure to Arsenal and looking ahead to Chelsea's opening Premier League fixture away to Man Utd. Plus this week's 'Legend of the Week' sponsored by classicfootballshirts.com.As the transfer window closed, Chelsea supporters were shocked to hear that David 'Geezer' Luiz was on his way to Arsenal, or Geezer to Gooner if you prefer. Has Luiz been disloyal going to Arsenal? If Lampard has exerted his authority has player power ended? Will Chelsea be weaker or stronger without Luiz?Looking ahead to Chelsea's eagerly anticipated opening Premier League match away to old rivals Man Utd we ask what will the starting eleven be? How do we beat Utd and do we have any concerns about them? We also discuss Chelsea's superb record at Old Trafford before giving our predictions.Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!In this weeks 'Legend of the week' sponsored by Classic Football Shirts, we choose former Chelsea and Utd player, Mark Hughes. Was Mark Hughes the right player at the right time for Chelsea?Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Matt Beadle, Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd. As Chelsea's pre-season draws to a close we ask has it revealed some concerns up front and at the back and are Chelsea ready for the season ahead? Plus this week's 'Legend of the Week' sponsored by classicfootballshirts.com.With Chelsea beating Reading 4:3 and Salzburg 5:3 is it a case of "We’ll score 1 more than you!" We discuss Pedro’s wonder goal and Ross Barkley coming in to his own. But while Chelsea are scoring goals is the front line still a weakness and who will replace Hazard’s goals?While Chelsea are scoring for fun, they are also leaking goals – is this a concern? Will we be happy to win every game 3-2 this season? Is Luiz still vulnerable in a 4:2:3:1? Which is the best Central defensive out of combo Luiz, Zouma, Christensen, Rudiger? And what of the Full backs? Who'll get the nod: Azpi, Alonso, Emerson, Kenedy or eventually Reece James?Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Chelsea have a number of walking wounded - with Willian & Kante the biggest concerns due back for the Utd match but are we happy with the squad? We also look at BT Sport's crazy computer predictions. Is it all a bit of fun or complete madness?In this weeks 'Legend of the week' sponsored by Classic Football Shirts, we choose Chidge's all time favourite Chelsea player and now Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard. Frank Lampard is Chelsea’s greatest goal scorer but is he Chelsea’s greatest ever player?Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We delve in to the Chelsea FanCast Archive over the summer break and dig up some classic Chelsea FanCast’s from the past. This week's episodes are Chelsea FanCast #31 &#32 which features the first guest appearance on the show by Mark Worrall, Chelsea author and publisher with Gate 17 Publishing.The show was originally recorded on 23rd June 2008 and Mark has been a firm friend of the show ever since, becoming one of the regular Chelsea FanCaster's over the years. In fact Mark was on the most recent Love Sport Radio edition of the Chelsea Fancast last Friday with Stamford Chidge.Stamford Chidge is joined by Chelsea FanCast regular Stu 'Rasputin' Norman and Gate 17 legend and author of 'One Man Went to Mow' and 'Over Land and Sea', Mark Worrall. They discuss the hilarious away trips and characters from Marks books and discover the true meaning of following the Chels over land and sea. What Mark likes to call 'Glorious Unpredictability'.In part two! Chidge, Stu and Mark discuss what it means to be a real Chelsea fan and some of Marks favourite things Chelsea speaking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Matt Beadle, Stamford Chidge & Mark Worrall look back at Chelsea's pre-season win against Barcelona and discuss the pre-season so far plus this week's 'Legend of the Week' sponsored by classicfootballshirts.com.How important was the win against Barcelona (Rakuten Trophy You’ll Never Sing That”)? Chelsea look to have depth in midfield with Jorginho, Kante, Kovacic, Barkley, Mount, Drinkwater, Bakayo all featuring, but who will get the nod come the season opener against Utd? Who will lead Chelsea's front line - Tammy, Michy or Giroud? And with Chelsea playing Reading on Sunday, is this more of an Old Skool pre-season game?Continuing the pre-season discussion is Azpilicueta a man in decline or still in his prime? Can Jorginho go from whipping boy to top boy? And does Willian deserve to be Chelsea’s number 10?Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!With the new season a matter of week's away will expectations be too great? What are the realistic targets this season? Who do we expect to shine? Will we get more glorious unpredictability? How’s it shaping up for the starting 11 against Utd? Chidge and Marco nail their starting 11 against Utd to the mast!In this weeks 'Legend of the week' sponsored by Classic Football Shirts, we choose Chidge's hero, Kerry Dixon, Chelsea’s 3rd highest goal scorer (193), a proper No. 9 and a hero for anyone who went in the ‘80’s but why the lingering affection for the ‘80’s players?Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Johnny Burrow, Jonathan Kydd and Clayton Beerman. The lads look back at the 1-0 defeat to Kawasaki Frontale in Japan and ahead to the match against Barcelona on Tuesday. In addition they discuss Chelsea's pre-season so far; Chelsea marketing overtures to the supporters and this week's 'Legend of the Week' sponsored by classicfootballshirts.com. Is a trip to Japan prioritizing shirt sales or pre-season prep for the team? What do the fans want to get out of the two matches in Japan?Which players are staking a claim for the first team?  Lampard seems keen on tactical flexibility; which system do the lads think think he’ll go with?How confident are they for the new season?Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!With the new away shirt launched modelled on the mod look & an on message video, a free day watching the players train at Stamford Bridge and free tickets to watch the Chelsea Ladies team, has the penny dropped for the Chelsea marketing department? Have they genuinely got it right or do they still have a long way to go? Why do clubs find it so hard to be in tune with supporters?In this weeks 'Legend of the week' sponsored by Classic Football Shirts, we choose Clayton’s hero, Peter Bonetti, but is he Chelsea’s greatest keeper? Does he embody the affection held for the ‘Kings of the Kings Road’ players?Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We delve in to the Chelsea FanCast Archive over the summer break and dig up some classic Chelsea FanCast’s from the past. This week's episode is Chelsea FanCast #191 which features a guest appearance on the show by former Chelsea player and cult hero, Mickey Thomas.The show was originally recorded on 8th February 2012, a day after a frustrating 3-3 draw against Man Utd. Mickey Thomas is a much loved former Chelsea player in spite of his relatively short time at the club, but his bubbly and cheeky personality marked him out as one of the great characters of the game in the 1980's. He also scored some important goals for Chelsea put in some great performances in John Neal's side which are remembered fondly to this day.Chidge and the boys are joined by very special guest Chelsea cult hero Mickey Thomas to discuss the 3-3 draw v the Mancs and Mickey’s Chelsea career and thoughts on the modern game.After a frozen afternoon at the Bridge, the Chelsea FanCast report back on how Chelsea managed to find themselves 3-0 up, only to squander the chance for 3 points and end up drawing 3-3. But due credit must go to Howard Webb for evening things up!! While the boys are gutted to see a 3-0 lead disappear, they are encouraged by the signs of life in AVB’s ‘project’ when considering the absentees from the team.Chelsea cult hero from John Neal’s mid-80’s team, Mickey Thomas, is the special guest this week and is full of stories about his time at the club, playing with Joey Jones; Pat Nevin; Kerry Dixon and the 4-4 at Sheffield Wednesday, and his relationship with the Chelsea faithful. He also airs some very interesting views on the modern game about pressure; Fernando Torres; John Terry; and money!Mickey has had a tough time recently while he battles cancer. This has impacted his ability to earn a living. If you wish to help Mickey in his battle you can donate to his Go Fund Me page here.Get his book here: Kickups, Hiccups, Lockups!The Chelsea Football FanCast: Three Nil And We F***** It Up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Jake Watson, Stamford Chidge and Dean Mears. With Frank Lampard's first game in charge against Bohemian's last week, the boys ask what has he learnt and who caught his eye? Do we take pre-season too seriously and is the Club ripping the fans off?Chelsea draw 1-1 v Bohemians in Lampard’s 1st match in charge with a mix of youngsters & loan returnees. Who caught the eye? What systems is Frank Lampard's coaching team using? What, if anything, will Lampard have learned and is it too early to see who might make it in to the first team squad and who won’t?With pre-season meltdown already in full swing, do the media and the fans take it too seriously?Is pre-season predominantly about fitness rather than performances & results? Is it unfair on fans to pass these games off as competitive or is it a good opportunity for overseas fans to see the team play?Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!Chelsea are charging £1.99 per pre-season match to watch on the 5th stand app. Many fans paid but couldn’t watch and for many others the app crashed. All this while fans used to get all the pre-season games for their Chelsea TV subscription of £5.99 per month. While the Club issued an apology and a refund, are they missing the point? Should they be charging at all? Is it exploitative? Are the fans being increasingly treated as customers rather than supporters?In this weeks 'Legend of the week' sponsored by Classic Football Shirts, Dean chooses his boyhood hero Carlo Cudicini. But is he really a Chelsea legend? He is only the third Chelsea goalkeeper to win the Club's 'Player of the Year' in 2002 and arguably is the third best goalkeeper in the club's history, but the feeling remains that his Chelsea career is a case of what might have been, had Petr Cech not arrived and relegated Carlo to the bench. It should not be forgotten though, that Carlo in his Chelsea prime was one of the best 'keepers in the Premier League and arguably the world.Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We delve in to the Chelsea FanCast Archive over the summer break and dig up some classic Chelsea FanCast’s from the past. This week's episode is Chelsea FanCast #192 which features the first guest appearance on the show of Neil 'Spy' Barnett.The show was originally recorded on 15th February 2012, a day after a miserable 2-0 defeat away to Everton in the dying embers of Andre Villas Boas' ill-feted tenure. Neil 'Spy' Barnett makes his first guest appearance on the Fancast and at the time was still the on-pitch announcer at Stamford Bridge and presenter on Chelsea TV. As well as throwing himself in to the show he discussed his book 'Perfect 10' on his favourite Chelsea players and regaled us with anecdotes of his time as on-pitch announcer, presenter at Chelsea TV and Chelsea supporter since 1959.Not a very good day at Everton would be an understatement, but hats off to the Chelsea Faithful who made the effort and got behind the team and the manager. Where do we start? No effort; no desire; no pace; no creativity; no pressing; poor defending and giving the ball away too easily. That’s 2 wins out of the last 10 games; 12 out of a possible 30 points. The worst points total at this stage of the season since 2000/01. It really is going from bad to worse isn’t it? Many Chelsea supporters are asking is AVB the right man for the job? Will Roman wield the axe? What if anything can we change?Hopefully we answer these tough questions on the show, aided and abetted by Neil ‘Spy’ Barnett, a man close to the Chelsea camp, who can bring some much needed perspective to proceedings having watched Chelsea since 1959. In among the insightful analysis we give out this week’s Match Awards - the ‘Fannies’ - for Man of the Match, Chant of the match, Guinness and Celery moments.In the second half of the show we talk to Neil about his book ‘Perfect 10’ and his often hilarious anecdotes from writing, editing and broadcasting for Chelsea for over 20 years, working closely with players and managers, and exchanging banter with home and away fans as the on-pitch announcer and presenting for Chelsea TV.But, we warn you. Neil can talk…a lot…and for a very long time!! For a shorter version read Neil’s book available here. The Chelsea Football FanCast #192: All Very Bleak! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio – the only 100% Chelsea show on the radio! Jake Watson and Stamford Chidge are joined by special guest, Rick Glanvill, Chelsea's historian and author to round up this week's Chelsea news including the return of Frank Lampard and establish whether or not Chelsea has any history!Finally, after more '48 hours' than anyone can count, Frank Lampard has come home having been appointed as the next Chelsea manager (or Head Coach to be precise). What does Lampard’s appointment as manager mean to the supporters? Will the Club (or Roman to be precise) be patient? How will expectations be managed? How much of an issue is losing Hazard & the Transfer ban? Can Lampard really integrate the youth?Will the fans back him no matter what and just how long will he get?Support the Chelsea FanCast and become a Patron:Become a Patron!With pre-season starting next week, what will be on Lampard's to do list? Does he need to make a decision on Kante’s role? How will he replace Hazard’s goals & creativity?Who stays; who goes and who comes back? Which youth players will he integrate and can he sign up Callum Hudson-Odoi?When you have Chelsea's official historian on the show, it would be remiss not to establish once and for all whether Chelsea does in fact have any history! Rick answers this as well as whether there are any historical equivalent’s to Lampard’s appointment? Rick busts some history myths around Chelsea; looks at some historical low and high points and some of the great players, managers and characters from Chelsea's rich history.In this weeks 'Legend of the week' sponsored by Classic Football Shirts, we choose Paul Canoville, a fitting choice as the most popular guest on the Chelsea FanCast and there is no one better to discuss Canners than Rick who wrote Paul's fantastic biography Black & Blue Canners may not have been the greatest Chelsea player of all time, but his legacy in paving the way for so many great black players in Chelsea's recent history makes him one of the most important players to have worn the Blue of Chelsea.The Paul Canoville Foundation is the official Charity partner of the Chelsea Fancast and information on the great work that Paul does can be found here.Chelsea FanCast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores. You can also listen to LOVESPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The best thing is that you can phone in and join in the show and the debate with us, live. The number to call is 0208 70 20 558 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.