Straight Outta Cobham: The Athletic FC's Chelsea show

The streak is over...Matt Davies-Adams has got Liam Twomey and Dom Fifield in tow to reflect on the 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge. Simon Johnson was in place and sent us his match report - plus we speculate about the role that Christopher Nkunku will have in this team going forward.There's a chance to round up some of the deadline day antics we missed on Friday - including the late arrival of Jadon Sancho and departure of Raheem Sterling and Trevoh Chalobah...Plus - pack your bags for Kazakhstan! We're all going on a Conference League adventure!We're taking our own international break - but we'll be back on Thursday 12th September to look ahead to the trip to Bournemouth and round up any of the Blues news we might have missed.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Dom Fifield & Liam TwomeyPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They made very hard work of it...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Simon Johnson and Dom Fifield to look back on their slightly perilous progress in the Conference League despite the 2-1 defeat by Servette out in Geneva. Liam Twomey was there and sent us an on the whistle report.Our slightly dicey time of recording - Friday morning - means there may have been *plenty* of Deadline Day fun in the meantime - BUT we discuss the latest ins and outs anyway!Then - it's all eyes on the Dom Derby as we preview the visit of Crystal Palace to Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon.Plus - a round up of the latest Blues news elsewhere and an alternative quiz...We'll be back on Monday to reflect on events against the Eagles ahead of the first international break of the season.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Simon Johnson, Dom Fifield & Liam TwomeyPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That's one way to end the Molineux hoodoo!It's a jubilant Bank Holiday pod record as Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher to look back on the 6-2 thrashing of Wolverhampton Wanderers.We salute Noni and his Instagram antics, laud goal and assist machine Cole Palmer - and wonder whether the signs are there that this team could be gelling after a long and tumultuous summer.There's the latest transfer gossip with less than a week to go until the window *slams* shut - including the latest on Armando Broja's departure - and rumours of an approach for Jadon Sancho?!The Blues are back in action on Thursday night as they head out to Switzerland to take on Servette - with a two-goal advantage in their UEFA Conference League play-off tie.Plus - CFCW continued their winning start under Sonia Bompastor with a 1-0 win over Arsenal Stateside.We'll be back on Friday to hopefully report on a smooth-sailing victory in Geneva AND a serene transfer deadline day...HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Luke Bosher & Liam TwomeyPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A win's a win...Matt Davies-Adams has got Simon Johnson and Luke Bosher alongside him as we reflect on the first competitive victory of the Enzo Maresca reign in their 2-0 win over Servette on Thursday night.We take a closer look at some of the explosive comments in Enzo's pre-match press conference regarding the size of the squad and futures of Raheem Sterling and Ben Chilwell. Simon was in the room to witness the spiciness.Then - it's all eyes on Sunday afternoon's trip to Wolves - a place that has NOT been a happy hunting ground for the Blues in recent years. The Athletic's Wolves expert Steve Madeley joins us to shine the spotlight on Gary O'Neil's side.Oh - and it wouldn't be a Thursday (or Friday!) pod without a quiz...We'll be back on Monday to reflect on the trip to Molineux and look ahead to the Conference League second leg out in Geneva.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Simon Johnson, Luke Bosher & Steve MadeleyPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well... it could have been worse?!Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson to look back on the 2-0 opening day defeat by Manchester City at Stamford Bridge.We try and take the positives - including the performance of Romeo Lavia, discuss the Enzo Fernández conundrum after he was handed the armband - and shine the spotlight on the debutants thrown on to try and make their mark.Build-up to the game was somewhat overshadowed by a bombshell statement released by Raheem Sterling's camp after he was left out of the matchday squad. We ponder what the wider ramifications could be going forward....Then, it's all eyes on Thursday night - as the Blues begin their voyage to officially 'win it all' in their first appearance in the UEFA Conference League.We'll be back on Friday to reflect on the play-off first leg against Servette - and look ahead to the tricky trip to Molineux!HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey and Simon JohnsonPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here we go again!Matt Davies-Adams has got two of The Athletic's finest - Luke Bosher and Liam Twomey alongside him to build-up to the first game of the 2024-25 Premier League season.We begin with the latest on the Conor Gallagher/ João Félix saga - and the news that Mauricio Pochettino is in line to become the new USMNT boss!Then it's onto some brief predictions for the campaign ahead - before we turn out attention to Sunday's visitors Manchester City with the help of City correspondent Sam Lee.Plus - after a big win in pre-season, can Liam carry that confidence into the first quiz of the new campaign?We'll be back on Monday to reflect on the opening day shenanigans and look forward to midweek UEFA Conference League fun...HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Luke Bosher, Liam Twomey & Sam LeePRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's nearly here...Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher alongside him as the final preparations for the 2024-25 Premier League season begin.We start with the latest transfer news - including the surprise signing of Pedro Neto and potential shock return of João Félix - which could have a big knock on effect for Conor Gallagher's departure...There are brief reflections from Sunday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan in the final pre-season fixture of the summer.Then - we've got the unenviable task of trying to audit the entire extraordinarily large squad.Plus - your questions and thoughts as Enzo Maresca's side prepare to get their campaign underway!We'll be back on Thursday with comprehensive build-up to Sunday's Premier League opener against Manchester City at Stamford Bridge.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey & Luke BosherPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have Chelsea ever heard of a quiet week?Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Blues expert Liam Twomey alongside him to reflect on another chaotic week for CFC.We begin with the Conference League draw - with Enzo Maresca's side set to face Braga or Servette in their play-off tie towards the end of the month.Then - the Conor Gallagher transfer chaos continues - with a move to Atlético de Madrid potentially hanging in the balance... We touch base with the latest developments and the unsavouriness that could follow if the deal doesn't go through.There's a look at the latest pre-season exploits over in the USA - including the humbling at the hands of Manchester City which followed signs of improvement against Club América.We'll be back on Monday to begin the build-up to the 2024-25 season in earnest!HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey & Adam CraftonPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you miss us?!Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher to recap all the latest in the world of CFC after almost two months away...Plus, Simon Johnson drops by from Stateside to bring us up to speed with the pre-season tour - which hasn't *exactly* gone to plan so far results wise against Wrexham and Celtic.Plus - a chance to hear from summer signing Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall about life under Enzo Maresca and why when the Blues came knocking there was no turning them down!There's an update on the fallout from the Enzo Fernandez incident, transfer ins and outs (including a certain Napoli striker!), all change at the academy and a big departure for CFCW.We'll be back next week with the latest from pre-season and any other Blues news which develops.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey, Luke Bosher & Simon JohnsonPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello... again...A new Chelsea manager calls for yet another emergency podcast - which rather conveniently we were able to record at our end of season knees up!Matt Davies-Adams has got *literally* the whole gang alongside him to bring you reaction to the appointment of Enzo Maresca as the new Blues boss.So, what kind of manager is he? The Athletic's Leicester reporter Rob Tanner stops by to give us the lowdown on his time with the Foxes - and a word of warning if the owners are expecting a 'yes man'...Plus - the worst kept secret in women's football is finally out there - following the appointment of Sonia Bompastor as the new CFCW boss! Jessy Parker Humphreys is on hand to give us a bit of an insight into what Chelsea fans can expect from Emma Hayes' successor.Now that really is it until the start of the new season! No! More! Bonus! Pods! Or! Crazy! Chelsea! Announcements! (We hope!)Have a lovely, restful summer and we'll see you in August...HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Simon Johnson, Luke Bosher, Liam Twomey, Dom Fifield, Rob Tanner & Jessy Parker HumphreysPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our summer break lasted a whole 36 hours...Matt Davies-Adams parachutes in The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey for an emergency pod following the departure of manager Mauricio Pochettino by mutual consent.We bring you the inside story of how events transpired and led to the parting of ways - while taking your reaction and questions.Why now? Who's in the frame to take over? What does it mean for the future of the club and players going forward?It's just another day in the life of Chelsea Football Club.We'll see you again... soon?!HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Simon Johnson & Liam TwomeyPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

And just like that, another rollercoaster, topsy turvy season is over...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson, Dom Fifield, Jessy Parker Humphreys AND Luke Bosher on his holidays to look back on another remarkable campaign at Chelsea Football Club.We begin with events at an emotional Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon as the club said goodbye to Thiago Silva AND the 2023-24 season with a 2-1 win over Bournemouth to secure 6th spot and European football.Then up to Old Trafford, and CFCW heroics as Emma Hayes signed off in style after overseeing a fifth straight WSL title following their 6-0 demolition of Manchester United.There's reflections on the wider season as a whole and what the future could hold for the likes of Mauricio Pochettino and Conor Gallagher - before our customary end of season quiz with a difference...We'll be back ~rejuvenated~ ahead of the 2024-25 campaign a little later in the summer - unless an emergency podcast is required in the meantime!HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson, Dom Fifield & Jessy Parker HumphreysPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Four wins a row to put Chelsea in pole position for a European spot?!Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's CFC experts Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey alongside him to look back on the 2-1 victory at Brighton which moved the Blues up to sixth in the Premier League table.Elsewhere there was a narrow but huge victory for CFCW - beating Tottenham 1-0 at Brisbane Road to go into the last day of the season top of the WSL table on goal difference! Jessy Parker Humphrey's sends us their thoughts.And just like that we've reached the last game of the season - with the Cherries in town on Sunday afternoon as Mauricio Pochettino's men look to close out the 2023-24 season on a high...We'll be back on Monday to reflect on the games against Bournemouth and Manchester United AND round up another crazy season in the life of Chelsea Football Club.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Simon Johnson & Liam TwomeyPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just imagine if we hadn't had all those injuries...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by two of The Athletic's finest - Luke Bosher and Liam Twomey - to revel in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground.We lavish yet more praise on Cole Palmer, herald the return and impact of Reece James - and question where this leaves Chelsea's European hopes going into the final week of the season.There's then a look ahead to Wednesday night's trip to Brighton - and a huge clash in the WSL as CFCW face Tottenham in their penultimate game of the season.We'll be back on Thursday for our penultimate podcast of the season - reflecting on events at Brighton and Brisbane Road - AND looking ahead to Sunday's visit of Bournemouth.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey & Luke BosherPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keep, sell or loan out?Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Dom Fifield and Luke Bosher to take a deep dive into the Chelsea squad as we discuss the future of the current crop of players and their places at Stamford Bridge or elsewhere going forward.It's the small matter of the MDA derby on Saturday teatime as Mauricio Pochettino's side make the trip to Nottingham to face Forest! We look ahead to that one and ponder the motivation for both sides with Europe and Premier League safety potentially on the line.Then - Dom takes matters into his own hands with the quiz - and the shoe is on the other foot as Matt becomes a contestant...We'll be back on Monday to reflect on the trip to the City Ground - and look ahead to the penultimate game of the season at Brighton.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Dom Fifield & Luke BosherPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Goals, goals, goals and more goals!Matt Davies-Adams has The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey alongside him to reflect on a fantastic Sunday of action for CFC & CFCW.We begin with a round up of the 5-0 thrashing of West Ham at Stamford Bridge - as Chalobah and Gallagher shone once more, Cucurella got his fans singing and European football suddenly started to look like a very real possibility...Then, remarkable scenes at Kingsmeadow for Emma Hayes' last home game in charge as they put EIGHT past Bristol City to take advantage of Man City's defeat by Arsenal earlier in the day. Jessy Parker Humphrey's captures the mood on a bonkers day in the WSL title race.We'll be back on Wednesday to look ahead to Saturday's trip to the City Ground in the MDA derby (coming a day early because a certain producer is off to Paris to see Taylor Swift...)HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Simon Johnson & Liam TwomeyPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can we play you every week?Matt Davies-Adams has got Luke Bosher and Dom Fifield in tow to look back on the thoroughly satisfying 2-0 win over Tottenham at Stamford Bridge ft a Liam voicenote and some singing...We round up the performance and give some love to Chalobah, Gallagher and Cucurella - before taking a closer look at the rather pointed post-match comments from Pochettino.Next up - West Ham come west in the final London derby of the season - we preview that game before reflecting on the shock defeat for Chelsea Women at Liverpool which all but ends their hopes of a fifth consecutive WSL title.And finally - a quiz to impress the lovely lady or man in your life this weekend...We'll be back on Monday to reflect on Sunday's latest London derby - and see whether CFCW have got back on track against Bristol City.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Dom Fifield & Luke BosherPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Refereeing and VAR controversy, you say? How original...Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson alongside him to look back on Saturday night's dramatic 2-2 draw with Aston Villa.But we begin with our tributes to the great Thiago Silva - who's announced he'll be leaving the club at the end of the season after four hugely influential years in West London.Then there's the small matter of a London/ Pochettino derby to look forward to on Thursday evening - with Tottenham making the short trip to SW6.Plus, our friend JPH drops by to reflect on the heartbreaking and highly controversial defeat by Barcelona at a sold out Stamford Bridge.We'll be back on Friday to bring you reaction to the visit of Spurs AND look ahead to Sunday's latest London derby against West Ham.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Jessy Parker HumphreysPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A horrible, horrible, horrible night...Two of The Athletic's finest - Dom Fifield and Simon Johnson - are alongside Matt Davies-Adams to look back on the hugely demoralising 5-0 thrashing by Arsenal at the Emirates on Tuesday night.Next up - another tricky away trip - this time to Villa Park to take on Unai Emery's Champions League chasing Aston Villa.There's some light at the end of the tunnel as Chelsea Women welcome Barcelona to Stamford Bridge with a slender 1-0 lead going into their semi-final second leg.Plus hot garden waste chat, Shaggy - and a quiz!We'll be back on Monday where we'll reflect on the trip to Aston Villa and hopefully be toasting a glorious UWCL victory for CFCW.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Simon Johnson & Dom FifieldPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva***• This is a paid ad from BetterHelp. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/COBHAM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They really, really, really, really, really don't like winning at Wembley...Matt Davies-Adams has got Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher along for the ride as we reflect on the latest cup disappointment following the narrow 1-0 defeat by Man City on Saturday. There's a mega full-time voice note from Liam and Simon Johnson live from the ground - before our more considered reflections and thoughts on where the Blues managed to fall just short once again...There's no time to dwell with a big trip to Arsenal on Tuesday night. We preview that game and ponder how Mauricio Pochettino will be able to get a tune out of the squad with a run of tricky fixtures to come before the end of this topsy turvy campaign.We repeat - thank goodness for CFCW! Jessy Parker Humphrey's sends us a dispatch after their glorious 1-0 UWCL semi-final first leg victory out in Barcelona.We'll be back on Thursday to look back on events at the Emirates and look ahead to the women's HUGE Champions League second leg at the Bridge and the trip to Villa Park in the Premier League.HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Luke Bosher & Liam TwomeyPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Double trouble semi-final Saturday...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson to tease ahead to Saturday evening's FA Cup semi-final showdown with Manchester City at Wembley.We ponder whether now's the perfect time to play Pep's side after their dramatic UCL defeat by Real Madrid, how we see the team lining up - and the realistic chances of progressing to another final.There's also a potentially season defining semi-final for CFCW to look forward to - heading out to Barcelona on Saturday afternoon in the first leg of their Champions League tie. The Athletic's women's football writer Charlotte Harpur joins us to look back on the important 3-0 win over Aston Villa in the WSL on Wednesday night and how that sets things up for this unenviably tricky tie against the Spanish giants.There's our obligatory Thursday quiz - and a bonus bit of audio as we hear a snippet from Simon's interview with Chelsea loanee Alex Matos - currently plying his trade at Huddersfield and relishing the challenge of keeping Town in the Championship amid a feisty relegation battle.We'll be back on Monday to reflect on the weekend's SF showdowns AND look ahead to Tuesday night's trip to The Emirates...HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey & Simon JohnsonPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He's quite good at football, isn't he?Matt Davies-Adams has got two of The Athletic's finest - Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher - alongside him to look back on Monday night's rout of Everton at Stamford Bridge in yet another Cole Palmer masterclass... which threatened to be overshadowed by hijinx of the penalty variety!Away from the game there was more chaos off the pitch as the club's latest financial accounts caused more than a few eyebrows to be raised... we try and get to the bottom of what it all means for the now and the future...It was a weekend to forget for CFCW and Emma Hayes - knocked out of the FA Cup after defeat by Manchester United leading to questions over the end of Emma Hayes' time at the helm. We check in with the Full Time Europe gang to get a better understanding of the mood around the team at the moment.We'll be back on Thursday to look ahead to Saturday's FA Cup semi-final at Wembley against Manchester City - and the small matter of a Champions League semi-final first leg against Barcelona!HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey, Luke BosherPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Money, money, money...The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Dom Fifield are alongside Matt Davies-Adams to round up the latest Blues news and look ahead to Monday night's visit of Everton.We start with a deep dive into Liam's latest piece looking at the finer details of the £1 billion outlay of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital over the last three transfer windows. Was anyone worth the money that was paid for them?!There's an update on the acquisition of Stoll Mansions before taking a closer look at the Toffees showdown - which is *surely* must win if there's to be any hope of snatching a European spot.Plus, CFCW are back in action after the international break - travelling to Manchester to take on United in the semi-final of the FA Cup.We'll be back at the slightly later time of Tuesday to mop up all the fallout from the visit of Everton on Monday evening!HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Dom Fifield, Liam TwomeyPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea just don't want nice things, do they?Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Luke Bosher and Dom Fifield with a sense of serious déjà vu as the Blues conspired to draw 2-2 with yet another relegation threatened side on a sorry Sunday in Sheffield.We reflect on the result with the help of a full-time match report from Liam Twomey - and ponder whether it's an irretrievable situation for Mauricio Pochettino irrespective of potential FA Cup success or where they finish in the table this season.We'll be back with you on Thursday to look ahead to Monday night's visit of Everton - what could possibly go wrong!HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Dom Fifield, Luke BosherPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

100:39... have you recovered yet, Blues fans?!Matt Davies-Adams is joined by two of The Athletic's finest - Luke Bosher and Liam Twomey - to try and recap the utterly bonkers last-gasp 4-3 victory over Manchester United.Next up - Chelsea make the trip to Bramall Lane to take on relegation fodder Sheffield United... so will Thursday night really prove to be a turning point?!!The last thing Liam and Luke needed after the drama of the night before was an MDA quiz...We'll be back on Monday to reflect on what's surely a must win game for Poch and co!HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey, Luke BosherPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We wish this weekend's results were an April Fools...Simon Johnson and Dom Fifield are alongside Matt Davies Adams to look back on the pitiful 2-2 draw with 10-man Burnley at Stamford Bridge.Mason Mount and Manchester United are in town on Thursday evening in a battle of two clubs who are pining for former glories... we look ahead to that one and ponder what kind of reception the Cobham kid will get upon his return.The weekend just kept getting worse - with CFCW beaten in extra time by Arsenal in the final of the Conti Cup. Jessy Parker Humphreys was there and sent us their thoughts on the final whistle.We'll be back on Friday to reflect on the visit of Manchester United - and to preview Sunday evening's trip to Sheffield United.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Good riddance, international break...Matt Davies Adams has got Luke Bosher and Liam Twomey in tow to look ahead to a busy weekend of action for Chelsea Football Club.We begin with your questions - including the fallout from the FAB statement, the always looming threat of PSR - and whether progress has indeed been made under Pochettino.Then attention turns to the return of the Premier League - with Burnley in town on Saturday afternoon.Plus it's a huge weekend for quadruple chasing CFCW - facing familiar foes Arsenal in Sunday's League Cup final at Molineux.We'll be back on Monday to reflect on the visit of Burnley, the Conti Cup final AND the midweek visit of Manchester United in the Premier League...Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is just one normal, straightforward victory too much to ask for?Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson to look back on the mayhem of the 4-2 FA Cup quarterfinal victory over Leicester at Stamford Bridge.We talk an afternoon to forget for Raheem Sterling, yet more Palmer brilliance and the unseriousness of this team.Plus, Jessy Parker Humphreys is with us to reflect on the potentially title-deciding victory over Arsenal on Friday night - and the fallout from some of the eye-raising comments made by Emma Hayes...We're taking a short international break of our own but will be back to preview the visit of all but relegated Burnley - who come to Stamford Bridge on the 30th of March!Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To Wembley or not to Wembley?Matt Davies-Adams has got Simon Johnson and Luke Bosher in tow to preview Sunday afternoon's FA Cup quarterfinal tie with Leicester at Stamford Bridge.There's a huge Friday night in store for Chelsea Women - hosting Arsenal at Kingsmeadow in a match that could have major ramifications on the title race.Plus - who'll triumph in the latest Johnson v Bosher quiz battle?We'll be back on Monday to reflect on the Leicester cup tie AND that huge WSL clash for CFCW.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A five goal thriller under the lights, you say?Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Liam Twomey and Dom Fifield to look back on the 3-2 victory over Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge.There's praise for Nicholas Jackson, an analysis of the constant chaos around Chelsea's defending - and the obligatory love after yet another man of the match performance from Cole Palmer.Plus, our friend Jessy Parker Humphrey's swings by to tell us about a monumental few days for the women's team after progress in the League and FA Cup ahead of a tantalising meeting with Arsenal to come in the WSL...We'll be back on Thursday to look ahead to that game AND the visit of Leicester City in the quarterfinals of the FA Cup.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We asked for your questions and delivered suitably depressing answers...Matt Davies-Adams has got two of The Athletic's finest - Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey - alongside him for your second dose of Chelsea chatter.With no midweek game to look back on we open the mailbag - including the future of Pochettino, the root of the cause of the problems - and whether the tactical plan is working.Then we preview Monday night's visit of Newcastle to Stamford Bridge in the Premier League.There's reflections on the news that Sam Kerr has been charged with the alleged racially aggravated harassment of a police officer - and a look ahead to their involvement in the League and FA Cup.And of course - an obligatory quiz!We'll be back at the later time of Tuesday to reflect on the match against the Magpies - and hopefully news of progress in both cups for CFCW!Produced by Lucy Oliva.***Take part in our survey about you and your podcast habits at theathletic.com/survey24 With over 1,000 therapists in the UK already, BetterHelp can provide access to mental health professionals with a wide variety of expertise in mental health. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/cobham Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another doom and gloom Monday...Matt Davies-Adams has got Simon Johnson and Luke Bosher alongside him to reflect on the 2-2 draw at Brentford - which has led to plenty of questions about the future of Mauricio Pochettino.Liam Twomey brings us the story of the game on the full-time whistle before we poll your thoughts to gauge the mood around the manager, state of the performance against the Bees and whether the current feeling around the club has turned for good.We repeat (again), THANK GOD for CFCW - who cruised to a 4-0 win at Leicester to get their title charge back on track.We'll be back on Thursday to preview Monday night's match against Newcastle at Stamford Bridge.Produced by Lucy Oliva.***Take part in our survey about you and your podcast habits at theathletic.com/survey24 With over 1,000 therapists in the UK already, BetterHelp can provide access to mental health professionals with a wide variety of expertise in mental health. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/cobham Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You can't beat the feeling of a late winner...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Dom Fifield and Luke Bosher to look back on the 3-2 FA Cup win over Leeds United to set up a quarterfinal showdown with Leicester City.There's a mega voicenote from Matt and Simon Johnson at the Bridge just after the final whistle - before we talk through the importance of the result and the importance of this competition for the rest of the season...Then, there's a preview of Saturday afternoon's trip to the Gtech to face a Brentford side who's form and defensive frailties *should* give Chelsea hope of a positive result just down the road in West London.Plus, shots are fired in the quiz as the two foes go head-to-head...We'll be back on Monday to reflect on events in TW8!Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sixth time unlucky...Matt Davies-Adams, Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey are in place to reflect on another devastating Wembley defeat following the 1-0 extra time League Cup loss at the hands of Liverpool.There's on the whistle reaction from the gang inside the stadium, before more considered reflections and your thoughts on where it all went wrong for Chelsea and what this means going forward.No time to feel sorry for themselves - with another season defining game against Leeds in the FA Cup to look ahead to on Wednesday night.We'll be back on Thursday to reflect on that game and look ahead to Saturday's trip to Brentford.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All eyes on Wembley...Matt Davies-Adams has two of The Atheltic's finest alongside him - Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher - to look ahead to Sunday's showpiece final as Chelsea face Liverpool in the League Cup.There's a comprehensive preview of the game including team selection, Liverpool's injury woes, the importance of this competition for the Blues and what it would mean if they were able to come away victorious.Meanwhile - big news off the pitch after it was revealed that Brighton & Hove Albion head of recruitment Sam Jewell has accepted an offer to join Chelsea... yes, really, another one!Plus, another huge blow for CFCW with the news that summer signing Mia Fishel has picked up an ACL injury.We of course finish with a quiz... and a potential omen for Sunday's final?We'll be back on Monday to reflect on events at Wembley (COME ON CHELSEA!)Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well that was rather good...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by two of The Athletic's finest - Dom Fifield and Simon Johnson - to reflect on the hugely impressive 1-1 draw with Manchester City at The Etihad. There's a glowing on-the-whistle report from Liam Twomey as Poch's men put in a performance to remember to take another point off the title favourites.Not such good news for CFCW though - beaten for the first time at home in almost three years in the WSL as the title race was blown wide open following their 1-0 defeat by Man City.We'll be back on Thursday to take a deep dive into Sunday's League Cup final showdown with Liverpool at Wembley.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a weekend for a double dose of Manchester City, hey...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher to look ahead to Saturday evening's visit to the Etihad to take on the Premier League champions - currently on an 11 game winning streak in all competitions!Meanwhile on Friday night, CFC welcome nearest title rivals City to Kingsmeadow in a game that could go a long way to deciding who takes home the WSL title. A game of such magnitude means we must draft in Jessy Parker Humphrey's to help us look ahead.There's a round up of the Blues news elsewhere before Liam tries his best to regain some respectability in the quiz...We'll be back on Monday to reflect in events - whatever the outcome!Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thirteen certainly isn't unlucky for some...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey to reflect on the dramatic late 3-1 win over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.There was also FA Cup joy for the women's team against Palace - narrowly beating the Championship side 1-0 thanks to a glorious, audacious finish from Mayra Ramirez.And you guessed it - a hat-trick of success against the Eagles as the under 18s booked their place in the quarter finals of the FA Youth cup with a 2-1 victory! Sorry Dom...We'll be back on Thursday to look ahead to the completely undaunting prospect of a trip to the Etihad - and the potentially season-defining WSL clash between CFCW and Man City on Friday night.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A pretty monumental win...Matt Davies Adams is joined by two of The Athletic's finest - Liam Twomey and Dom Fifield - to reflect on the hugely impressive and important 3-1 win over Aston Villa.Simon Johnson sends in perhaps his most positive post-match report of the season, before we dive into the performance, its significance, team selection and what it means for Pochettino.Now - can they take that momentum into the Dom Derby? We look ahead to Monday night's visit to Selhurst Park to take on a severely depleted Crystal Palace side.It was also a very good Wednesday night at the office for CFCW - who cruised through to the Conti Cup semi-finals with a resounding 5-0 win over Sunderland. Next up, Crystal Palace in the FA Cup on Sunday!We'll be back at the later time of Tuesday to reflect on events in SE25.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Normal service resumed...Matt Davies Adams is joined by Simon Johnson and Luke Bosher to pick through the bones of a pretty miserable 4-2 defeat by Wolves at Stamford Bridge.We try and get to the bottom of where it all went wrong after another hugely disappointing result which left a sour atmosphere come the final whistle.No time to feel sorry for themselves - with the unenviable task of a trip to Villa Park in the FA Cup fourth round replay.As ever, at least CFCW know what they're doing - with an impressive 3-0 win over Everton at Kingsmeadow to keep their momentum and advantage at the top of the table.We'll be back on Thursday to see whether Chelsea have booked their place in the next round of the FA Cup - and look ahead to the visit to Crystal Palace on Monday night.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All those draws were boring anyway...Matt Davies-Adams enlists the services of Luke Bosher and Liam Twomey to look back at the 4-1 defeat dished out by Liverpool on Wednesday night.We begin with the transfer latest on deadline day, before turning our attention to events at Anfield with the help of a doom and gloom Simon Johnson on the whistle report.Next up, Wolves come to town on Sunday afternoon. There's a look ahead to that one which is mercifully at Stamford Bridge given the recent woes on the road...As ever, thank god for CFCW! Who signed off from the Champions League group stages in style with a 4-0 win out in Paris ahead of the visit of Everton in the WSL on Sunday evening.We'll be back on Monday to round up another busy weekend of Blues news - and look ahead to Wednesday's FA Cup replay at Villa Park.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They needed some extra games to turn the away form around anyway...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by two of the Athletic's finest - Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey - to look back on Friday night's relatively entertaining goalless draw with Aston Villa in the FA Cup.Then there's a look ahead to Wednesday night's trip to Anfield, where Jürgen Klopp's farewell tour begins in earnest.Meanwhile, CFCW kept up their title charge with a comfortable 3-0 win at Brighton... and guess what? Lauren James was very, very, very good again!We'll be back on Thursday to preview the visit of Wolves to Stamford Bridge on Sunday - and look back on the League Cup final warm-up.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Penalty shootout with Liverpool, anyone?!Matt Davies-Adams has two of The Athletic's finest alongside him - Dom Fifield and Simon Johnson - to reflect on the emphatic 6-2 aggregate win over Boro to confirm Chelsea's safe passage to the League Cup final.We hear from Liam on the final whistle and celebrate the hugely influential return of Ben Chilwell and continued mastery of Cole Palmer.The cup football just keeps on coming, with Aston Villa in town for Friday night's FA Cup 4th Round tie.Also success for CFCW - who confirmed top spot in Group D and a place in the quarterfinals of the Champions League with a 2-1 win over Real Madrid.Plus - a chance to hear from Cobham kid Harvey Vale - who's thriving at Bristol Rovers and sat down with Simon to discuss his special relationship with Alfie Gilchrist.We'll be back on Monday to hopefully toast to more success - before looking ahead to the tricky trip to Anfield in a dress rehearsal of the latest showdown between these two old rivals at Wembley.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All hail Emma Hayes...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher as the Blues gear up for arguably their biggest game of the season against Middlesbrough on Tuesday night.But we start with some love for CFCW manager Emma Hayes - who because the first woman to be honoured with the Football Writers' Tribute award at a ceremony on Sunday night. We hear from Hayes herself - and Fran Kirby on the huge impact she's had on her life and career.There's a wrap up of the big WSL victory over Manchester United at Stamford Bridge which featured a hat-trick from the mercurial Lauren James.We talk loan moves and transfers - with the news that Cesare Casadei and Diego Moreira are back at the club... plus, the latest on Broja's potential departure.Then - a look ahead to the visit of injury-ravaged Boro on Tuesday - with Poch's boys needing to overturn a one-goal deficit if they're to progress to Wembley. We'll be back on Thursday to *hopefully* reflect on Chelsea's progress to the League Cup final - and to preview Friday night's visit of Aston Villa in the FA Cup!Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pure profit, anyone?Matt Davies-Adams has got Dom Fifield and Liam Twomey alongside him for your second weekly dose of Chelsea chat.We begin with the news broken by The Athletic's David Ornstein that the club are prepared to listen to offers for striker Armando Broja.Then we take your questions - including whether progress has been made, dream fully fit XI's, and when José Mourinho will return as manager...Plus, our pal Jessy Parker Humphrey's drops by to preview the huge WSL clash for CFCW against Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon.We'll be back on Monday to reflect on that game - and look ahead to the League Cup semi-final second leg against Middlesbrough.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Argylle, anyone?Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Simon Johnson and Luke Bosher to reflect on the 1-0 victory over Fulham at Stamford Bridge...Liam Twomey sends in his on the whistle report - before we take your thoughts and round up the story of the game, which wasn't necessarily pretty but secured the Blues' fourth straight home win for the first time since 2020.Meanwhile, CFCW were back in action in the FA Cup - and had to rely on a two late goals in extra-time to overcome West Ham in the fourth round.Chelsea's men might have the weekend off - but we'll be back on Thursday with a mailbag special!Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are we sure it's not still 2023?Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey with the unenviable task of looking back on the 1-0 League Cup semi-final first leg defeat by Middlesbrough.We plough through some of your angry thoughts and questions as we analyse the result - and where the blame should lie.No time to dwell - with Fulham making the short trip down the road for a West London derby at lunchtime on Saturday. We preview that game before resurecting the quiz for the first time in 2024...We'll be back on Monday to hopefully reflect on an important Premier League victory - and CFCW's return to action in the FA Cup!Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well, we enjoyed the last 45 minutes at least...Matt Davies-Adams has got Dom Fifield and Liam Twomey alongside him to reflect on the 4-0 victory over Preston North End in the third round of the FA Cup. We round up the game of two halves, ask whether Sterling is back in Poch's good books after that stunning free kick - and give some love to Alfie Gilchrist and the other Cobham kids who got the chance to shine.The cup football just keeps on coming - with a trip to Teeside to preview ahead of Tuesday's League Cup semi-final first leg at Middlesbrough...Plus, we've got reaction to the devastating news that CFCW's talismanic striker Sam Kerr has picked up a season-ending ACL injury. Jessy Parker Humphrey's sends in their verdict of what this means for the title race and the rest of the campaign going forward.We'll be back on Thursday to round up events from the first leg, look ahead to the visit of Fulham to Stamford Bridge - and preview the return of the WSL.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A whirlwind week and a half of festive football...Matt Davies-Adams is back! With two of The Athletic's finest - Luke Bosher and Simon Johnson alongside him - to reflect on the Blues' fortunes over Christmas and New Year.There's lessons from the disappointing defeat at Wolves, late victory from the penalty spot against Crystal Palace and chaos at Kenilworth Road - which left MoPo's side with 6 points from a possible 9.The games keep on coming - with Preston North End visiting SW6 in the FA Cup on Saturday evening - we tease ahead to that game too...We'll be back next Monday to reflect on the third round and preview Tuesday's trip to Teeside to face Middlesbrough in the first leg of the League Cup semi-final.Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season's greetings...Matt Davies-Adams has got the WHOLE gang alongside him as we sign off for 2023 in a buoyant mood following the penalty shootout triumph over Newcastle.There's a review of that game, a look back on a ~testing~ 2023 for CFC, plus a look ahead to hopefully happier times as we speculate as to what 2024 could have in store for Poch & co.There's a preview of the upcoming games over Christmas against Wolves, Crystal Palace and Luton - plus Jessy Parker Humphrey's pops in to give their take on CFCW's win over Häcken and the wider picture for Emma Hayes' side.Then - Matt and Producer Lucy face a bumper quiz...We'll be back on the 3rd of January to round up all the festive fixture fallout and look ahead to the 3rd round of the FA Cup!Produced by Lucy Oliva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.