Straight Outta Cobham: The Athletic FC's Chelsea show

Chelsea are back to winning ways...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson to look back on the 3-1 victory over Southampton at Stamford Bridge.There's a focus on redemption for Loftus-Cheek and Barkley, VAR shenanigans - and the correlation between Liam's baby-induced absence and the lack of form of a certain Mr. Havertz...Plus, Michael Cox is on board to tell us about his double dose of Blues action after watching the women's AND men's teams both win on Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea have had better weeks...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Simon Johnson and Sam Parkin to reflect on a frustrating night in the Champions League after a 1-0 defeat by Juventus in Turin. We get an on the whistle report from our man on the ground Dom Fifield, question the lack of support for Romelu Lukaku up top - and analyse the players who have (or haven't) taken their chance with absentees across the pitch.Thomas Tuchel's side have to refocus with the imminent visit of Southampton at Stamford Bridge - there's a preview of that clash, plus a Saints related quiz to get you in the mood ahead of kick-off come Saturday afternoon... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's fourth time unlucky for Thomas Tuchel against Pep Guardiola...We've got a short but sweet Straight Outta Cobham as Matt Davies-Adams and Sam Parkin chew the fat after the underwhelming 1-0 defeat by Manchester City on Saturday.The Blues will need to bounce straight back as they prepare to head out to Turin to face Juventus in the Champions League on Wednesday night.We've answer your questions - and celebrate Chelsea Women's emphatic 6-1 victory at Manchester United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cup shootout won, now the unbeaten start in the league is on the line...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Dom Fifield and Sam Parkin to look back on Wednesday night's Carabao Cup victory over Aston Villa - with a focus on some of the fringe players who got their chance.With the visit of Manchester City in the Premier League just around the corner - we take a closer look at how the two title rivals will face up at Stamford Bridge come Saturday lunchtime.And - in honour of the 100th episode of Straight Outta Cobham - Matt has concocted a special quiz fitting of the occasion... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea just love playing at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium...Sam Parkin and Dom Fifield are in the hot seat alongside Matt Davies-Adams to round up the comprehensive 3-0 victory over Spurs - analysing the tactical half-time tweak that changed their fortunes...otherwise known as N'Golo Kanté!Following the death of the great Jimmy Greaves we pay our tributes to the legendary goalscorer and his extraordinary records.Attention then turns to Wednesday night as the Blues begin their Carabao Cup campaign. We predict who Thomas Tuchel will include in his starting XI as Aston Villa return to Stamford Bridge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea are up and running in the Champions League!Dom Fifield and Simon Johnson join Matt Davies-Adams to reflect on the fairly unremarkable events at Stamford Bridge as the Blues recorded a 1-0 victory over Zenit - thanks to who else but Romelu Lukaku.Attention then turns to the small matter of Sunday's derby with Tottenham - with a look ahead to that clash and the all important potential team news.Plus - this week's quiz sees some casual trolling of a certain José Mourinho and his Instagram prowess... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's another three points in the bag for Chelsea as they continued their unbeaten start to the 2020-21 season.Matt Davies-Adams has got Sam Parkin and Simon Johnson alongside him to look back on the 3-0 victory over Aston Villa.Then it's onto the small matter of the Champions League - with Russian champions Zenit Saint Petersburg on their way to the Bridge on Tuesday night. Sasha Goryunov tells exactly what Thomas Tuchel's side should expect from the visitors as the group stages get underway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's get back to business...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Sam Parkin and Simon Johnson to talk all things Chelsea as the Premier League returns.We round up the international break - including the unexpected issues surrounding Thiago Silva NOT going on his travels - before attention turns to the visit of Aston Villa at The Bridge on Saturday.And as is now tradition, Matt's Thursday quiz causes anger and despair for the lads... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The international break continues to rumble on - but we won't let that stop us...Matt Davies-Adams has got Simon Johnson and Dom Fifield alongside him to round up how Thomas Tuchel's men have go on on their travels.With Romelu Lukaku reaching a century of matches for Belgium - and bagging yet another goal to mark the occasion - we catch up with European football correspondent Kristof Terreur to get the lowdown on the prolific striker and how he's viewed back home.Plus, we take a closer look at Simon's latest piece available via The Athletic which shines a spotlight on the Chelsea academy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The transfer window hysteria is over...until January at least!Matt Davies-Adams has got Liam Twomey and Sam Parkin alongside him to wrap up the Blues' business - including the deadline day arrival of Saúl Ñíguez from Atlético Madrid, the departure of Tino Anjorin to Russia - and what the future holds for the likes of Ross Barkley and Ruben Loftus-Cheek.Plus, with the eve of the 2021-22 WSL season upon us -The Athletic's Women's Football Correspondent Katie Whyatt joins us for a closer look at the title credentials of reigning champions Chelsea - who get their campaign underway at Arsenal on Sunday.And for all you quizzers out there - Matt's done it again with a (more than) slightly tenuous connection to birthday boys Ruud Gullit and Pat Nevin... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well...that was dramatic!Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson and Dom Fifield alongside him to dissect the chaotic 1-1 draw at Anfield.There's quick reflections on the Champions League draw - transfer chit chat as the the window gets ready to close - and a spotlight on some iconic Blues performances with 10 men... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anfield awaits for Chelsea on Saturday evening as the Premier League season begins to hot up...Liam Twomey and Sam Parkin join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to that clash - plus a spotlight on the latest transfer developments as the window gets ready to *slam* shut.And move over Little Mix - it's time to 'Shout Out to My Ex' - the lads cast their predictions as to how some former Blues will get on this season... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Romelu Menama Lukaku Bolingoli love-in.Matt Davies-Adams has got Dom Fifield and Liam Twomey in tow as we swoon over the immediate impact of Chelsea's new number nine.Theres's full analysis of the dominant 2-0 victory over Arsenal, a brief look at the latest transfer update - and we countdown the three best - and worst - Blues strikers... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off to the Emirates we go... Sam Parkin and Liam Twomey join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to the Blues' trip to Arsenal as they try to end a run of three straight defeats to Mikel Arteta's side - with Romelu Lukaku leading the charge?There's a round-up of the latest transfer news - with Tammy Abraham's departure to Roma confirmed, Michy Batshuayi out on yet another loan - plus a focus on some of the fringe players Chelsea just can't seem to shift... We answer your questions - and embarrass Liam and Sam after some *very* glaring omissions in our latest quiz... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea's 2021-22 league campaign is off to the perfect start...Matt Davies-Adams has got Liam Twomey and Sam Parkin alongside him for a closer look at the emphatic 3-0 opening day victory over Crystal Palace - and that dream Premier League debut for Trevoh Chalobah.Plenty of your questions answered, the return of 'elsewhere in Chelsea news' - and a trip down memory lane for some of the best and worst Blues debuts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Super Cup? In the bag.Dom Fifield and Sam Parkin are alongside Matt Davies-Adams as shootout hero Kepa Arrizabalaga brings Chelsea their first bit of silverware for the 2021-22 season.Then it's all eyes on the Premier League as we look ahead to Saturday's London derby with Crystal Palace.Plus - a striker's view on Romelu Lukaku - and how many of the 15 Blues players to wear the number 9 shirt can you name in 90 seconds?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2021-22 Premier League season beckons - but not before a quick trip over to Belfast...Matt Davies-Adams has got Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey along for the ride as we take a closer look at the finer details of the impending return of Romelu Lukaku.There's a preview of Wednesday night's Super Cup - which sees Chelsea take on Europa League winners Villarreal - and your questions answered as anticipation builds ahead of the new campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we prepare to raise the curtain on a new Premier League season - and just 68 days after Chelsea's Champions League triumph - The Athletic's Blues Brothers are back.Matt Davies-Adams has got Liam Twomey, Dom Fifield and Simon Johnson alongside him to talk Euros fallout, pre-season showings and transfer to and fro.We take a closer look at the departure of some of the academy's brightest prospects - and get the latest on the seemingly imminent return of a certain striker... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's that? You're still basking in the glory of Chelsea's Champions League triumph and want a bonus Straight Outta Cobham with Blues legend Pat Nevin?Oh, go on then...Pat joins Matt Davies-Adams to reflect on his remarkable career on and off the pitch following the release of his autobiography - The Accidental Footballer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So...how does two-time winners of the Champions League sound?!With the celebrations ongoing after the Blues reigned supreme in Porto, Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey, Dom Fifield and Simon Johnson alongside him for the ride as we toast to their dominant and deserved victory over Manchester City.There's full analysis of the final, a toast to the superhuman that is N'golo Kante - and a closer look at how Thomas Tuchel has taken this team from mid-table mediocrity to bring the biggest prize of all back home to West London.We sign off for the 2020-21 season in style with a look at what the summer could have in store for the boys from SW6 - and how this most prestigious of victories could play its part in the transfer window. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apparently there's a big match happening in Porto on Saturday night?Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea experts Dom Fifield, Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey alongside him for a comprehensive build-up to Chelsea v Manchester City in the Champions League final.We get the view from Manchester with the help of 'Why Always Us?' host David Mooney - and of course answer your questions ahead of the showpiece final in Portugal.On the agenda - Injury updates? Team selection? Penalty takers? Mind games with Guardiola? Lessons from past encounters? We've got it covered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the dust settles on the end of the Premier League season - and with Chelsea somehow qualifying for the Champions League by the skin of their teeth - our Blues experts Liam Twomey, Dom Fifield and Simon Johnson are alongside Matt Davies-Adams to pick the bones from a crazy final day.We analyse the 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa, ponder team selection ahead of the small matter of the Champions League final, wonder if there's any chance Harry Kane will show up at Stamford Bridge next year - and answer your questions as we say farewell to the 20-21 league season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The final day of the Premier League season is upon us - and our Chelsea experts Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey and Dom Fifield have assembled alongside Matt Davies-Adams to bring you all the build up to Sunday's game at Villa Park.There's full reaction to Tuesday night's pivotal 2-1 win over Leicester which put the Blues in the driving seat for a top four spot - then we get the inside line on Aston Villa with The Athletic's Gregg Evans.Your questions answered, a word on the John Terry effect for the Villans - and early thoughts on how team selection could be shaping up ahead of the Champions League final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey to talk all things Chelsea after a weekend to forget for the men's and women's teams.As the dust settles on two cup final defeats, we dissect where it all went wrong at Wembley for Thomas Tuchel's side against Leicester.After a chastening night in Gothenburg for Emma Hayes' side - Women's Football Correspondent Katie Whyatt helps us dissect the 4-0 defeat at the hands of a ruthless Barcelona.Attention then turns to Tuesday night - and a showdown with Leicester for a top four spot - in front of 8,000 lucky Chelsea fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A weekend with not one but TWO major finals calls for a bumper podcast...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson, Dom Fifield and Liam Twomey to pick the bones from the unexpected 1-0 defeat by Arsenal at Stamford Bridge.Then all eyes turn to Wembley and Gothenburg, where the men's and women's teams go in pursuit of the FA Cup and Champions League.We've got all the build up to both ties - with a trip down memory lane, thoughts on facing Leicester and a look at what Thomas Tuchel's side needs to do if they're to be lifting the trophy come Saturday night.We're also joined by former Blues player Gemma Davison to preview what could be a historic evening in Sweden for Emma Hayes' side as they take on Barcelona. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey to talk all things Chelsea as the season reaches its climax.There's a look back at the deserved victory over Manchester City at the Etihad, a preview of Wednesday night's tie with Arsenal - and we celebrate Chelsea Women as they wrapped up the WSL title in emphatic style.Your questions answered, we analyse the Blues chances of securing that all-important top four spot, and salute Sam Kerr aka the good Timo Werner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does booking your spot in the Champions League final call for? A bonus episode!Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson, Dom Fifield and Liam Twomey to reflect on a night to remember for Thomas Tuchel's side as the Blues triumphed over the (not so) mighty Real Madrid.We give our analysis of the thoroughly impressive 3-1 aggregate victory, answer your questions, feel sorry for Eden Hazard - and wonder what this means for Saturday's crucial Premier League encounter at the Etihad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams has got Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson and Dom Fifield alongside him as The Athletic's Chelsea experts take a closer look at a defining week for the men's and women's teams.Women’s Football Correspondent Katie Whyatt is with us to reflect on Emma Hayes' history makers - as the Blues book their place in the Champions League final after a thriller against Bayern Munich at Kingsmeadow. It's now over to Thomas Tuchel's side, with a full preview of Wednesday night's finely poised second-leg clash with Real Madrid.Plus, a word on the routine 2-0 victory over Fulham in the Premier League - and a look ahead to Saturday's trip to the Etihad to face Manchester City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams is joined as ever by The Athletic's Chelsea experts - Dom Fifield, Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson to give their verdict on a rainy night in Madrid.There's full analysis of the 1-1 draw with Real in the Champions League semi-final first leg, your questions answered - and Alvaro Romeo has the view from Spain ahead of next week's second leg showdown.In the Premier League, we look back at the crucial 1-0 victory over West Ham - and preview Saturday's latest London derby as the Blues welcome Fulham to Stamford Bridge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea experts - Simon Johnson, Dom Fifield and Liam Twomey alongside him to *try* and sum up a extraordinary 72 hours in football.We discuss the who, what, where, when, why and how of the short-lived Super League - and take a closer look at the Blues' involvement, plus what the longer lasting ramifications could be.Amid all the drama off the pitch there's also time to reflect on Tuesday night's sideshow - the goalless draw with Brighton - and look ahead to Saturday's clash with West Ham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea posse - Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson and Dom Fifield in tow to discuss progress to the Champions League semi-finals for Thomas Tuchel's side.Before the Blues worry about their next European showdown they've got the small matter of an FA Cup semi-final against a formidable Manchester City side to worry about. We preview the game - and quickly move on from *that* Kepa/ Sarri saga the last time these two met at Wembley back in 2019.As always, there's time for your questions, a quick word on the victory at Selhurst Park - and a closer look at what's going on elsewhere at Chelsea Football Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea experts Dom Fifield, Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson alongside him to dissect Saturday's horror showing against West Brom.It's off to the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán for the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final with Porto - as the Athletic's Jack Lang shines a spotlight on what the Blues should expect from their Portuguese opponents.Plus - there's time for a preview of the Dom Derby - or El Domico - as Thomas Tuchel's side face Crystal Palace in the Premier League next weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea experts alongside him as Dom Fifield, Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey take a closer look at how some of the Blues have faired on their travels as the international break continues.Women’s football correspondent Katie Whyatt joins us to look ahead to Wednesday's crucial Champions League quarter-final second leg with Wolfsburg.Plus - there's time for a preview of what should be a routine win over all-but-relegated West Brom at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea aficionados alongside him as Liam Twomey, Dom Fifield and Simon Johnson reflect on success in the Champions League and FA Cup.Thomas Tuchel has *officially* made the best start of any Blues boss in the club's history thanks to those wins over Atlético Madrid and Sheffield United.We analyse those results, take a closer look at the performances of some key players - and reflect on a rare interview from owner Roman Abramovich. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea posse alongside him as Dom Fifield, Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey reflect on the stalemate and Elland Road.We preview Wednesday's crucial Champions League second leg against Atlético Madrid with the help of Alvaro Romeo - and look ahead to what *should* be a favourable draw as the Blues host beleaguered Sheffield United in the quarterfinals of the FA Cup. Plus, Katie Whyatt joins us to salute another extraordinary showing from Chelsea Women as Emma Hayes' side retain their Continental Cup title in emphatic style. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's three wise Chelsea men alongside him as Liam Twomey, Dom Fifield and Simon Johnson reflect on two big wins over Liverpool & Everton which put the Blues in the driving seat for a top four spot.Attention turns to Elland Road - and its dodgy pitch - for a preview of Saturday's clash with Leeds.Plus, your questions answered - including the rise of Andreas Christensen and whether there's trouble behind the scenes for Christian Pulisic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams is joined by the full complement of Chelsea experts - Liam Twomey, Dom Fifield and Simon Johnson - to offer a (brief) analysis of the drab 0-0 draw with Manchester United.There's a chance to reflect on the midweek Champions League triumph thanks to *that* Olivier Giroud goal - the it's all eyes on Merseyside with consecutive Premier League crunch ties with Liverpool and Everton.Plus, your questions answered - including Tuchel's eye raising squad selection, tactical tweaks - and where is Kai Havertz? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield in tow to reflect on an underwhelming 1-1 draw with Southampton - and the fallout of the subbing of second half substitute Callum Hudson-Odoi after just 31 minutes.We take a closer look at the Champions League Round of 16 first leg tie against Atlético Madrid with the help of Alvaro Romeo - including what to expect from a certain Luis Suárez - then attention turns to Sunday's crunch Premier League tie with Manchester United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey & Dominic Fifield alongside him to react to the 2-0 victory over Newcastle which saw the Blues go back into the top four, preview the potential banana skin against a struggling Southampton - and take a first look at the return of the Champions League and a first leg trip to face Atlético Madrid...in Bucharest.Your questions answered - including what the future holds for Hakim Ziyech and N'Golo Kanté, where Thomas Tuchel ranks on the Conte scale of pitchside antics, and how Kai Havertz will slot into the side. Plus - reaction as Emma Hayes' Chelsea Women got back on track in emphatic style. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield to reflect on a week that saw the Blues move to within one point of the top four as Thomas Tuchel’s unbeaten start at head coach continued.We analyse the victory at Bramall Lane, take a closer look at the team assembled behind Tuchel - and shine a light on some of the players who may get a chance in the upcoming midweek FA Cup tie at Barnsley. Plus - reaction as Chelsea Women's remarkable unbeaten run came to an unexpected end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield, reconvene as a new era dawns for Thomas Tuchel at Stamford Bridge - but who are the early winners and losers in the squad? Will Callum Hudson-Odoi continue to be deployed as a wing-back, why picking Marcos Alonso against Burnley paid off and if Thursday night's Spurs game is a "Top 4 Play-Off". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield, reconvene following Frank Lampard's sacking - with Thomas Tuchel poised to succeed him.What impact will the Chelsea icon's exit have on the club's youth policy, how much have Havertz and Werner's form contributed to Tuchel's selection and would it have unravelled so quickly if the stadiums weren't empty? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield, reconvene after an ominous defeat to Leicester for manager Frank Lampard... Find out why Chelsea are willing to break their club transfer record again, to bring in Dortmund sensation Erling Haaland. And why Chelsea's 'next' manager will speak German! Plus a look ahead to Luton in the FA Cup and fonder memories from 1994. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield, reconvene after Lampard fielded an unusually strong side to overcome Morecambe in the FA Cup third round... What's Mason Mount got to do to get a rest? And how to explain what's happened to Fikayo Tomori's Chelsea career?Plus, the guys discuss the now-postponed Premier League meeting with Fulham; Ruben Loftus-Cheek's loan, Callum Hudson-Odoi's return to form and N'Golo Kante's suspension. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield, reconvene following the defeat to Man City and to discuss their breaking news story that manager Frank Lampard's position as manager is under serious threat... How close is Roman Abramovich to pulling the plug on the club's all-time leading goalscorer and who could replace him -with former target Mauricio Pochettino replacing Thomas Tuchel at PSG? Plus, the guys look ahead to an FA Cup tie against Morecambe, the prospect of watching Billy Gilmour and Valentino Livramento, as well as, whether the competition could still be scrapped this season in light of fixture congestion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield, reconvene following a routine win against a historically tricky opponent, West Ham on Monday night... Is there a new deal on the table for Thiago Silva, how far down the pecking order has Jorginho fallen and how brilliantly have deals for Ross Barkley and Willian worked out for Lampard? The guys also look ahead to Arsenal, Aston Villa and Man City to keep you busy over the busy festive break. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield, reconvene following back-to-back defeats at Everton and Wolves in the Premier League... Does a 4-3-3 formation work without Hakim Ziyech and are doubts over Lampard's managerial credentials starting to flare up again? Plus the guys discuss an unusual u23s clash with Spurs, the prospect of Diego Costa's return with Atletico Madrid and the game against West Ham on Monday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield, reconvene a breathless win over Leeds United... Is Werner a 'natural' in front of goal, Havertz vs Kovacic, who will take creative responsibility after Hakim Ziyech's injury and are Chelsea nurturing a future captain in Reece James? Plus, ANOTHER Giroud Renaissance and a big Everton preview as the guys reflect on how it all unravelled for Carlo Ancelotti at Goodison... when he was Chelsea manager! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield, reconvene after the Tottenham draw, unable to agree on what was more interesting - the game itself or the tension on the touchline between Frank and Jose...We'll also hear from Alan Shearer's exclusive sit-down with Lampard, his first impressions of Roman Abramovich and what their relationship is like now, 1000 games later...Plus, the guys preview another busy week of Premier League and Champions League football - will Hudson-Odoi have a chance to impress against Sevilla and the origins of an age-old rivalry with Leeds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dominic Fifield, reconvene after Saturday's 2-0 win over Newcastle... So, is the door 'ajar' for a title challenge this season, is Antonio Rudiger back in favour or back in the shop window and has time run out for both Fikayo Tomori and Olivier Giroud? Plus, the guys preview another busy week of games against both Rennes and Spurs - including how Lampard and Mourinho's relationship has soured over the years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.