Chelsea Fancast

Stamford Chidge, Clayton Beerman and Dan Silver join Aaron Paul to discuss all things Chelsea on Love Sport Radio.Ollie Harbord from Football.London is on the phone to talk about Conte's press conference including the possibility of catching Spurs; David Luiz'z party; Tammy Abraham's future and a look ahead to the Youth Cup Final between Chelsea and Arsenal.With all the phenomenal success enjoyed by Chelsea's youth players over the years why can't they break in to the first team? Will a new manager help or hinder their progress.With Khan proposing to buy Wembley, will this make it more or less likely that Chelsea will use it as their temporary home when Stamford Bridge is redeveloped.Finally we look ahead to the Swansea v Chelsea match - have Conte and Chelsea got their mojo back?Chelsea Fancast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in

Stamford Chidge, Jonathan Kydd and Liam Twomey from ESPN join Aaron Paul to catch up on all things Chelsea on the Love Sport Radio Chelsea FanCast show.We hear what Conte had to say in today's press conference looking back at the win against Burnley and ahead to the FA Cup Final against Southampton.The boys discuss whether Chelsea can catch Spurs and can they win the FA Cup and later in the show will winning the FA Cup save Chelsea's season; Conte - is he staying or going and thoughts on Arsene Wenger's announcement that he is leaving Arsenal.Chelsea Fancast is broadcast on Love Sport Radio every Friday from 7.00-9.00 pm. LOVE SPORT is a London radio station and is broadcast on 558 AM and on London DAB along with numerous digital channels. You can listen from anywhere in the world. You can visit lovesportradio.com to listen live to the station and of course you can download LOVE SPORT apps in the android and IOS app stores.You can also listen to LOVE SPORT radio through Radioplayer and TuneIn.The be

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Dan Silver and Football.London's Oliver Harbord to look back at another FA Cup semi-final victory for Chelsea.On the show tonight we’ll be heaping praise on Olivier Giroud for his third goal in as many games and what a goal it was. Is the bearded ex-Goon in danger of becoming something of a cult hero at Chelsea?In part two we ask should Conte have picked Willy Caballero ahead of Courtois? Why the booing for Bakayoko when he came on or were they aimed at Conte for taking Willian off? We’ll prove why Hazard’s season has not been as bad as he claims and finally Chidge has a meltdown about Wembley being a shit hole.In part three, we have loads of the usual Chelsea news including the Chelsea Supporters Trust Annual Survey plus your emails.In part four we have loads of your emails for Jonathan to read out.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We were delighted to interview Punk legend, Kirk Brandon, singer with Spear of Destiny, Theatre of Hate and Dead Men Walking recently.In the full interview with Kirk, he and Stamford Chidge discussed Kirk's first experiences supporting Chelsea from the Shed End in the 1960's and 1970's. In addition Kirk talked about the links between may punk bands and Chelsea; the new Spear of Destiny Album 'Tontine' - the bands 14th studio album - and the bands forthcoming tour celebrating their debut album 'Grapes of Wrath' released 35 years ago.Along the way Kirk shares with us who his favourite Chelsea players are; his thoughts on this season and Antonio Conte and whether he thinks Chelsea will win the FA Cup.An interview not to be missed.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Tony Glover and Alex 'The Girl Who Likes Balls' Churchill to look back at a welcome win away at Southampton.On the show tonight we ask why does Giroud make the difference and why has Conte left him on the bench rather than starting him?In part two we investigate Alonso’s crimes; Rudiger’s banishment and ask is Gary Cahill too old to rock and roll, too young to die? And with the Chelsea POTY awards coming up are there any players we can actually vote for this year?In part three, the Football Blogging Awards are back – we’ll explain how you can vote for and nominate Chelsea FanCast, Llion Carbis and Alex Churchill. Plus we have the usual supporter notices and an interview with Kirk Brandon; punk legend; the man behind Theatre of Hate and Spear of Destiny and a Chelsea supporter.In part four we have loads of your emails for Jonathan to read out.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Chelsea legend Kerry Dixon to look back at last weekends disappointing draw against West Ham and look ahead to Saturday's match against relegation threatened Southampton.Antonio Conte believes that the draw against West Ham encapsulated the season: creating chances; failing to kill teams off - does Kerry agree or is the bigger problem a soft underbelly in midfield and a lack of character or leadership? Will a change in manager sort things out and is a clear out of the players necessary?Given Chelsea's form this year Saints away is no walk over but does Kerry think we have enough to come away with a win? Does Conte need to change things in the selection? Who would you Kerry drop and bring in? With Chelsea playing Saints in the FA Cup semi-final next weekend will the result on Saturday have any bearing on that match?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Mark Worrall and Clayton Beerman to look back on an emotional tribute to Ray Wilkins and the disappointing draw against West Ham.On the show tonight we look back on an emotional day at the Bridge with a fine tribute to Ray Wilkins from both Chelsea and West Hams supporters.In part two we ask is Chelsea’s biggest problem this season failing to kill sides off? Have we lost perspective and does the negative shit roll downhill? With our current form so poor we’d be in 15th we look at who the pundits believe might replace Conte. Will he have the chance to win Chelsea the FA Cup and can we in fact muster up enough effort to win it?In part three, the Football Blogging Awards are back – we’ll explain how you can vote for and nominate Chelsea FanCast, Llion Carbis and Alex Churchill.We have had so many emails this week we’ll dedicate the rest of the show to reading them all out – consider it a group therapy session – Jonathan has dressed up as an Agony Aunt to celebrate.

In association with ChelseaFan12.com Memorabilia - Shop - News - Video - FanzoneTHE HOME OF THE 12TH MAN! - "THE FAN"Follow ChelseaFan12 on twitter: @Fan12Chelsea Stamford Chidge is joined by Chelsea legend Kerry Dixon to pay tribute to another Chelsea legend, Ray Wilkins, who sadly passed away this week.Kerry pays tribute to his former England colleague Ray Wilkins and reflects on his legacy as a Chelsea and England player and a coach at his beloved club.Chidge and Kerry look back at the defeat to Spurs last week and question the lack of desire and fight from the Manager and players. They also look ahead to this weekend's match against West Ham. If the players turn up and show some desire they should win.The big question is will they?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Alex 'The Girl Who Likes Balls' Churchill to look back at Chelsea's first defeat at home to Tottenham in 28 years. The Horror. The Horror.On the show tonight we’ll be asking where does this defeat to Spurs rank in all time disappointments and what now for the future of Antonio Conte?In part two we ask why do Chelsea seem incapable of winning a game that actually matters and does defeat to Spurs mean the chances of a top four finish have now gone?In part three we say thank God for good mates in the pub before and after – has following Chelsea returned to the days of a great day out ruined by 90 minutes of football?In part four, we have more of your emails for Jonathan to read out.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Liam Twomey from ESPN and Oliver Harbord from Football.London to look back at Chelsea's matches against Barcelona and Leicester.On the show tonight we look back at the disappointing defeat to Barcelona where we were knocked out of the Champions League but to cheer us up we have a message from Captain, Leader, Legend John Terry courtesy of DJ from cfcuk!In part two we marvel at the indestructibility of N’Golo Kante, ask has Morata turned a corner, is Caballero better than Courtois, discuss #ThingsThatMosesCantCross and ask is winning the FA Cup more important than finishing in the Top 4?In part three we have a superb interview with former Chelsea player Frank Sinclair.In part four, we have more of your emails for Jonathan to read out.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In association with chelseafan12.com Memorabilia - Shop - News - Video - FanzoneTHE HOME OF THE 12TH MAN! - "THE FAN"Follow ChelseaFan12 on twitter: @Fan12ChelseaChelsea Legend Kerry Dixon joins Stamford Chidge to look back at Chelsea's exit from the Champions' League to Barcelona and look ahead to Sunday's FA Cup quarter final against Leicester.Kerry looks at what might have been against Barcelona had it not been for crucial mistakes and some poor luck hitting the woodwork several times. Ultimately Chelsea were beaten by the better side over two legs, but is the real issue a lack of quality and goals up front?Looking ahead to the FA Cup quarter final against Leicester on Sunday, Chidge and Kerry are hopeful Chelsea can win the Cup again. To do so the players have to show the desire to win. If they do their ability should be more than a match for Leicester, but it will be a tough match.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Dan Silver and Clayton Beerman to look back at a welcome win against Crystal Palace and look ahead to Wednesday night's huge match against Barcelona in the Champions' League.On the show tonight we ask has not replacing Costa with a proven world class striker hampered us this season and who was the man of the match against Palace.In part two we wonder what’s up with Morata as he receives his tenth yellow card this season; bemoan Giroud’s bad luck, applaud Willian and say have patience and faith in Christensen.In part three we ask whether the best strategy for Barcelona will be ‘fortune favours the bold’. How can we get a result; who will Conte pick up front and will we get lucky with the referee?In part four, we have more of your emails for Jonathan to read out.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Chelsea legend Kerry Dixon to look back at the disappointing defeat to Man City last weekend and ahead to this Saturday's match against Crystal Palace and the Champions' League tie against Barcelona.Was all the negativity about Chelsea's defeat to City necessary or should we show some perspective? Why didn't Conte change things when we went 1-0 down and how would Giroud and Morata feel not being given their role as striker. As a striker himself Kerry has a unique perspective on this.Give the position we are in the match against palace is a must win, but they have become a bit of a bogey side for us recently and will be no push over. Kerry discusses how he thinks Chelsea will do.Barcelona will not be easy but it is not impossible as Chelsea has proved before. What does Kerry think of our chances and how can we do it?Don't forget to listen to the new edition of the Chelsea FanCast on Love Sport Radio on Friday's between 7.00 - 9.00 pm. Aaron Paul will host Stamford Chidge, Jonathan

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Mark Worrall from Gate 17, cfcuk and ESPN and Joe Tweeds from Plains of Almeria to look back at a disappointing defeat against Manchester City and either lend some perspective or have a meltdown!On the show tonight we ask should we be worried about Hazard’s future with his frustration at being played as a striker clearly aired during the defeat to City?In part two we ask why did Chelsea show such a lack of ambition and fight and what of Conte’s future and our chances of making the top four.In part three we discuss whether attitudes to football have changed. Are supporters more interested in entertaining attacking football than negatively trying to get a result?In part four, we have more of your emails for Jonathan to read out.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, The Reverend Tony Glover and Alex 'The Girl Who Likes Balls' Churchill to look back at great performance but disappointing result for Chelsea against Barcelona and a disappointing result against Man Utd. Let's hope the show is not too disappointing!On the show tonight we say Oi Morata, stay on your feet and ask does he have a mental or physical problem or both and can he turn it around? We'll also have the results of our Man of the Match poll.In part two we say what’s with the negative tactics Antonio Conte or was the defeat down to questionable subs; poor defending; poor refereeing or just poor luck? And is a top four finish now in jeopardy?In part three we look back to a great performance but disappointing result against Barcelona in the first leg of the round of 16 match against the Catalans last Tuesday. Was the false number 9 the right tactics? Do we have sympathy for Christensen and can we do it in the second leg?In part four, we have more of your emails for J

Chelsea legend Kerry Dixon looks back at Chelsea's draw against Barcelona in the Champions' League and looks ahead to Chelsea's crunch match against Man Utd on Sunday.Kerry discusses the draw against Barcelona; a great performance but arguably a disappointing result. Does Kerry think that using Hazard as a 'false number 9' worked or would he rather have seen Giroud or Morata start up front? Is it harsh to criticise Andreas Christensen for a momentary lapse of concentration that led to the Barcelona goal and let them back in to the tie? Does Kerry think that Chelsea can get the result we need in the Nou Camp in a couple of weeks time?Looking ahead to Man Utd v Chelsea, always a big match but with added spice in the context of the on-going feud between former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho and present Chelsea manager Antonio Conte.After Chelsea's midweek performance against Barcelona confidence should be high. Will Conte go for the win against Utd or will he be cautious. With Mourinho's record against the top si

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Dan Silver and Joe Tweeds to look back at a confidence boosting 4-0 win against Hull City in the FA Cup and look forward to the Barcelona match.On the show tonight we praise the wizardry of Willian and ask should he be the number one choice to partner Hazard behind the striker and why oh why does he get so much hate from the trolls?In part two we reflect on the performances of the young players who got game time and ask how important the win was to restore confidence and bring some calm to Stamford Bridge.In part three we look forward to another clash with Barcelona in the Champions’ League and recall some of our favourite Chelsea v Barcelona matches from the past. But the real question is going in as underdogs, can we get a result and if so how?In part four, we have more emails for Jonathan to read out.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Chelsea legend Kerry Dixon looks back at a welcome win against West Brom and forward to the FA Cup tie against Hull City and Tuesday night's Champions League match at home to Barcelona.Stamford Chidge and Kerry Dixon discuss whether Chelsea's 3-0 win against West Brom will lift the pressure on Antonio Conte. With two superb goals by Eden Hazard what do we have to do to keep him at the club and with an impressive debut from Olivier Giorud, will he put pressure on Alvaro Morata and could the two play together upfront?With one eye on Barcelona inevitably changes will be made against Hull City, but Kerry believes the most intriguing selection dilemma will be whether Giroud or Morata starts up front. Chelsea should beat Hull comfortably whoever makes the team, but Chidge reminds Kerry of the last time Hull beat Chelsea, in 1988 when Kerry was playing.Both Kerry and Chidge are excited by the visit of Barcelona on Tuesday and while Chelsea are the underdogs there is no reason why they can't get a result. The key is

Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd, Tony Glover and Dan Silver to celebrate a return to winning ways by Chelsea over bottom of the table West Brom. The relief is palpable!On the show tonight we ask is Giroud the new Terry Butcher or more to the point can he turn Chelsea’s season around?In part two we heap even more praise on Eden Hazard and not just because we want him to stay and we ask with victory over bottom of the table West Brom has the Chelsea crisis been averted and has it saved Antonio Conte’s pancetta?In part three we look forward to this Friday nights 5th round FA Cup tie against Championship side Hull City and ask why on earth are we being dragged out on a Friday night!In part four, we have more emails for Jonathan to read out.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Chelsea legend Kerry Dixon joins Stamford Chidge to try and figure out what went wrong at Watford, can it be turned around against West Brom and whether or not Antonio Conte has a future at Chelsea.In the aftermath of Chelsea's first back to back defeat of 3 goals since 1995, Stamford Chidge and Kerry Dixon discuss whether it is the players or should we question Conte’s team selection? Why didn’t he pick Giroud and why did he pick Bakayoko? Should Conte have done more to protect him, as a young player, clearly low in confidence?With the Press full of speculation and hype; should we ignore it and look at the bigger picture: injuries; transfer shortcomings; in 4th, FA Cup and Champions League and the fact that Conte has said he wants to stay Has Conte lost the plot or have the Board undermined him? Would Kerry rather he was given an opportunity to turn it round or is the relationship between Conte, the Board and the players irretrievably broken.With West Brom on Monday, Chelsea need a win and a p