Straight Outta Cobham: The Athletic FC's Chelsea show

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.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey & Dominic Fifield, are joined by colleague Adam Crafton, to discuss his exclusive interview with Reece James... Is he Chelsea's first-choice right-back, how exciting is the blossoming link-up between him and Hakim Ziyech, how is Thiago Silva helping him in-games and where does he rank among Gareth Southgate's current full-back options for England?Plus, the guys reflect on Chelsea Women's last-gasp draw against Arsenal and look ahead to the Men's trip to Newcastle, as the Premier League returns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey & Dominic Fifield, reconvene following a 4-1 win over Sheffield United and a very ill-timed international break...Could the 'outstanding' Hakim Ziyech soon become a talisman of 'Hazard' proportions? How is Tammy Abraham shining among all Lampard's new stars?Plus, The Athletic's Women's Football writer Katie Whyatt reflects on Chelsea's WSL form, Sam Kerr's stuttering form and whether Emma Hayes is destined to become the first female Premier League manager. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey & Dominic Fifield, reconvene following a fourth consecutive clean sheet! Could Thiago Silva and Kurt Zouma stake a claim for being the best defensive partnership in the league? Is Mason Mount better when deployed as an '8' and Tammy Abraham - the false 9? Plus, the guys cast an eye over upcoming games against both Stade Rennais and Sheffield United and discuss whether or not Chelsea will sign Declan Rice in the January Transfer Window? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey & Dominic Fifield, reconvene following that stalemate (in every sense) against Manchester United... Back-to-back clean sheets prompt a discussion about the impact of new signings Edouard Mendy, Thiago Silva and Ben Chillwell in defence - is it that simple? Plus, the guys answer your questions ahead of another Champions League tie, Saturday's trip to Burnley, and of course, Super Frank's beanie hat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey & Dominic Fifield, reconvene following a Chelsea clean sheet... Hallelujah! Plus, YOUR questions answered: Could Petr Cech actually be our second-choice goalkeeper? How is Azpilicueta helping Reece James and who will be linked with Pochettino more strongly by Saturday evening: Chelsea or Manchester United! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey & Dominic Fifield, reconvene to discuss Project Big Picture's big failure and discuss how Chelsea's stars have faired over the international break... Reece James' red card, Mason Mount's critics and more on the agenda ahead of this weekend's game against Southampton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Simon Johnson & Liam Twomey, reconvene following 'Deadline Day' and Chelsea's last-ditch efforts to offload some of their fringe players... Will Ruben Loftus-Cheek benefit from a loan spell at Fulham? Are the squad in a better place than before this summer's transfer window? Plus, the guys reflect on how well some of the new recruits settled in against Crystal Palace & details of the latest COVID-breach involving a few Blues stars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey & Dom Fifield, reconvene following Mason Mount's missed penalty and Chelsea's untimely exit from the Carabao Cup... But has Mount been unfairly criticised? What is Lampard's 'brand of football' and what does Ross Barkley's loan to Villa mean for Loftus-Cheek? Plus, the guys look ahead to the Crystal Palace game - a side poised to exploit Chelsea's weaknesses - and assess new goalkeeper Edouard Mendy's debut too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey & Dom Fifield, reconvene following a mistake-ridden defeat to Liverpool on Sunday... Surely Kepa has made his last Chelsea blunder, as a deal for Edouard Mendy edges closer, does Lampard yet know how best to utilise Kai Havertz & how has Fikayo Tomori fallen so far down the pecking order? Plus, the guys look ahead to a League Cup game against Barnsley (and another opportunity for silverware this season) & next weekend's trip to West Brom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey & Dom Fifield, reconvene to assess Chelsea's 3-1 win away at Brighton, as Loftus-Cheek spurned another opportunity to impress Frank Lampard, Werner showed glimpses of what he'll bring to Stamford Bridge this season and Kepa... well there's an update on reputed incoming GK Edouard Mendy too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Right now we're offering listeners of this show the opportunity to try out The Athletic for FREE. You can enjoy all of our writing on Chelsea, including the recent article from Simon, Liam and Raph Honigstein entitled, “How Chelsea signed Kai Havertz”, an in-depth look at how the club secured a player who had been on their radar for a number of years. Just go to www.theathletic.com/chelseapod to sign up for a 30 Day Free Trial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Right now we're offering listeners of this show the opportunity to try out The Athletic for FREE.You can enjoy all of our writing on Chelsea, including Liam’s piece on what Thiago Silva can bring to the team’s defence, and an article explaining why the club are able to spend so much money this summer. Just go to www.theathletic.com/chelseapod to sign up for a 30 Day Free Trial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Right now we're offering listeners of this show the opportunity to try out The Athletic for FREE.You can enjoy all of our great writing on Chelsea, including the lowdown on the signing of Ben Chilwell as well as liam’s excellent explainer on how timo werner will fit into the Chelsea team.Just go to www.theathletic.com/chelseapod to sign up for a 30 Day Free Trial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey & Dom Fifield, reconvene following a Bayern Munich mauling at the end of a LONG, but largely positive debut season for Lampard and his youngsters...Will the club expect silverware next season & is that fair? What were the guys favourite moments from this season and can Chelsea really afford to fix their Kepa problem this summer? All this and more! 1. Lessons From Bayern - 00:01 2. Lampards B+ Season - 8:40 3. Transfer Q&A - 22:404. Cult Hero - Claude Makelele - 37:32 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Simon Johnson & Dom Fifield, reconvene following Saturday's FA Cup Final defeat to Arsenal, with questions for referee Anthony Taylor, Frank Lampard & a number of players too... Is another miracle in Munich on the cards when Chelsea return to Champions League action this weekend or will Frank struggle to field even field a team of eleven? Plus, YOUR transfer questions answered - Ben Chilwell, Nathan Ake, & Willian's future! 1. FA Cup Final Blues - 00:01 2. VAR - 14:06 3. Bayern Munich Preview - 18:274. Transfer Q&A - 25:52 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Chelsea 2-0 Wolves - 00:01 2. Kepa... Onana... Oblak? - 4:243. Giroud - The Unlikely Hero - 11:204. Mason Mount: Chelsea POTY? - 12:555. FA Cup Final v Arsenal: The Preview - 18:50 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Kai Havertz Transfer Update - 00:012. The Battle Of Wembley - 3:163. Pre Liverpool - 13:424. Pre Wolves - 20:15 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Cruising Past Norwich - 00:01 2. UCL Football Guaranteed? - 13:583. FA Cup Semi-Final Preview - vs Man United - 18:45 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams & The Athletic's Chelsea experts, Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson and Dom Fifield, reconvene following the full-time whistle in a nervy 3-2 victory over Crystal Palace as Jorginho reminded everyone of his importance in the absence of Kante... The guys also debate whether or not Kepa has a future at Chelsea, if Willian's playing for a contract and Pulisic's growing influence on games.Plus, they look ahead to the game against Sheffield United and ask if signing Declan Rice would solve the on-going problem with defending set pieces? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Into The Semi-Finals - 00:01 2. Jorginho & Kante - 9:293. Beating City - 16:524. Lampard Learning Fast - 20:445. West Ham (and Watford) Preview - 23:56 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. The Aston Villa Comeback - 00:01 2. Man City Preview - 18:553. Leicester Preview - 23:58 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Matt Davies-Adams and The Athletic's Chelsea experts; Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson & Dom Fifield, revel in the return of Premier League football this week... How will Lampard line-up to face Aston Villa and will he be able to count on the likes of Barkley, Loftus-Cheek and Kante? Plus, the guys unpick the latest transfer gossip as Bayer Leverkusen's Kai Havertz is linked with a move to Stamford Bridge this summer? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Tammy & Transfers - 00:01 2. The Beth England Interview - 22:333. Project Restart - Good For Ruben - 35:14... You can sign up right now and take advantage of a 30-Day Free Trial by going to theathletic.com/chelseapod to enjoy the best football writing anywhere, just in time for the return of the Premier League! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Liam Twomey joined a panel of writers on The Ornstein & Chapman podcast to reveal the inside story of how Chelsea landed Timo Werner.Details include how calls with Frank Lampard helped convince Werner to choose Chelsea, how Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was an option and who they will go for next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. How The Squad Will Cope With Restarting - 00:01 2. Lukaku & Chelsea - 10:343. Europa League Final 2019 - 23:07 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.