Chelsea Fancast

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd are joined by Mark Meehan to look back at the Carabao Cup quarter final against Newcastle and ahead to the Christmas Eve match against Wolves.In part one we discuss a potentially massive night at the Bridge last Tuesday where Chelsea beat Newcastle on penalties to go through to the Carabao Cup semi-final. In the process we saw a team bond with each other and the supporters as the stadium was literally bouncing with delight. In addition we discuss the great penalties & penalty save! Mudryk, the enigma wrapped around an enigma. Playing full backs works, please try it again! Gallagher – the glue that binds it together? And ask is it early days for Nkunku?In part two we look ahead to the Wolves match on Sunday. We have JK’s review of the Presser and pick up on the news that the ESL rears its ugly head again and what is the Chelsea Supporters' Trust planning on Sunday with their Christmas Eve football can #GetStuffed message? In Chidge’s team selection we ponder whether

After missing a couple of recordings, Dean Mears is joined by Simon Kingman and Serena Cheong to look back at our recent fixtures against BK Hacken, home and away, and Bristol City in the WSL. Then in Part Two, we give our Christmas wishlist for the Chelsea FC Women team and look a the January. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd are joined by Mark Worrall to look back at Saturday's victory over Sheffield Utd and ahead to Tuesday night's match against Newcastle Utd.In part one we discuss the win over Sheffield Utd where the 1st half looked like déjà vu – low block, possession, and no goal threat but Poch’s 2nd half tactical change paid dividends. Palmer, Gallagher & Moises were the stand out performances and Jackson scored his 7th goal of the season but...And while back to back wins in the league for the first time in over a year brought palpable relief, was the poor atmosphere a sign of the times or to do with something else? In part two we preview the Carabao Cup quarter final against Newcastle Utd. JK sums up todays presser and Chidge reveals his team selection. Newcastle have lots of injuries, but it didn’t make any difference last time we played them. Can we make home advantage count? Chelsea's Cup record v Newcastle is very good.How vital for the season is it to get to the semi and beyond?

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd are joined by Tony Glover to look ahead to Saturday's match against Sheffield United.In part one, JK reports on todays presser which focussed predominantly on the injuries to James, Sanchez and Cucurella and the possible return of Nkunku.In part two we welcome back Ben, The Travelling Blade, for The Opposition View. Ben discusses Sheffield United's season so far, the return of Chris Wilder and how he sees the game going.In part three we preview the match, discussing Chidge's team selection, will the return of Wilder be a key factor, Chelsea's inconsistent form and how we see the game going. We round up with 'They Played For Both'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd go through this week's Chelsea FanCast mail bag.The boys read through the emails from the Chelsea FanCast listeners.To email the show and get your views heard email chelseafancast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dean Mears is joined by Simon Kingman and Matt Ball to examine the wreckage of Chelsea's 4-1 defeat to Arsenal in the WSL.We ask if Emma Hayes or the players is to blame for the club's worst league defeat in four years and talk about responsibilities of huge companies to protect players from abuse.And in Part Two we also preview Thursday's UWCL game vs BK Hacken at Stamford Bridge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd reflect on a disappointing defeat away to Everton.In part one although Chelsea did alright, better than Utd and Newcastle with plenty of possession and attacks and shots on goal they didn’t really look like scoring and looked typically vulnerable in defence. The folly of not having a decent striker is exposed again. Is there a lack of quality in the side? Did Everton, a gnarly experienced, streetwise PL side just want it more? And to add injury to insult, James goes off again in what is becoming a tragedy. What's his future at the club?In part two, with 10 wins in the last 45 are we concerned by what is relegation form? The mood seems to be changing regarding Chelsea's recruitment team and the owners, so what happens next? Pochettino alludes to going to the transfer market to solve the problems – is this realistic? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd are joined by Martin Wickham to look back at the defeat away to Man Utd and ahead to Sunday's match against Everton. In part one we discuss a shambolic defeat away to Utd which raised question marks about whether the players are good enough and casts doubts on Pochettino's ability to get a tune out of them. But is it more a question of sticking it out and hoping that Nkunku is decent; we get the injured players fit and buy a proper striker. Either way, this is going to take a lot of time and more frustration before the inexperienced team starts delivering consistently.  In part two we welcome back Dave Vitty (Comedy Dave) to the 'Opposition View' to discuss Sunday's match from an Everton perspective. What are Dave's thoughts on the PL FFP ruling? Sean Dyche – how’s he doing? With a 10 points deduction this season, is he worried about relegation again? Key players for Everton this season? With Chelsea having lost 9 of their last 14 matches at Goodison Park is

Stamford Chidge is joined by Dan Silver and Mark Meehan to look back at Chelsea's 3:2 win over Brighton.In Part one we discuss another mad game where Chelsea cruised to a 2:0 lead before easing off and getting punished and Gallagher being sent off. But instead of capitulating, Chelsea defended well in the second half, extended their lead before giving us all a nervy 10 minutes as Brighton got a second goal. Entertaining, yes, but watching Chelsea at the moment can age you!In part two we discuss an important win where the team showed character, playing for 60 minutes with 10 men. We also discuss where Chelsea are in terms of competing at the moment and is it time to move on from the years of dominance under Roman Abramovich? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Stamford Chidge away at a gig, Dean Mears is back in the hot seat alongside Jonathan Kydd and Clayton Beerman for the Friday Night Preview Show. In Part One we talk the latest Chelsea news and reflect on Poch's press conference and in Part Two we discuss team news, give our predicted XI and play everyone's favourite game 'They Played For Both'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dean Mears is joined by Sophie Spittle and Rich Bates to discuss Chelsea's 5-2 win over Leicester City in the WSL. In Part One we talk though Chelsea's rapid start, defensive mix ups and what on earth was AKB thinking?  And in Part Two we reflect on Chelsea's second half control and whether Sam Kerr's captaincy is in anyway contract related.You can follow the show on Twitter @MowKingsmeadow, Dean @DeanMears, Sophie @Traveller74 and Rich @BatesInThePlaces. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd are joined by Marco Worrall to look back at a disappointing 4:1 defeat away to Newcastle on Saturday.We start proceedings with a tribute to former Chelsea player, Terry Venables, who sadly passed away at the age of 80 on Sunday.Atrocious defending and poor discipline cost us up at St. James' Park on Saturday, with three of the goals avoidable and many of the yellow cards. But is Silva past his sell by date or do we have short memories? Did we miss Moises bite in midfield? How much of an impact did the International Break have on a lacklustre and dozy performance?In part two, was Poch's criticism of the players justified and how much should he shoulder the blame? Jackson offered nothing again, how much do we need a new striker in January or do we pray that Nkunku is the bollocks? How much of Chelsea's malaise is down to the players, or Poch or Clearlake for not buying a striker and experienced players? How far off it are Chelsea – Europe? Mid-table? How long to put it r

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd are joined by Clayton Beerman to catch up with the Chelsea news and look ahead to Saturday's match against Newcastle.In part one we discuss Friday's press conference and with the latest brouhaha about FFP infractions we ask is there anything to worry about with possible Premier League investigations in to Chelsea.In part two we look ahead to the Newcastle match starting with Chidge's team selection. Is there any reason to make any changes from the draw against City? Will Enzo and Moises suffer from travel fatigue? Should we be confident given Newcastle's injuries and Poch's good record against Newcastle and Howe? Can Chelsea match the intensity we saw v City and be as clinical in front of goal? We wrap up with 'They Played For Both' and our predictions, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dean Mears is joined by Simon Kingman and Clayton Beerman to discuss Chelsea's 5-1 win over Liverpool in the WSL. In Part One, we honour Sophie Ingle on her record breaking game, admire the genius of Lauren James and excite at the prospect of Aggie Beever-Jones and in Part Two we look ahead to Thursday's UEFA Women's Champions League group stage game against Paris FC at Stamford Bridge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd go through this week's Chelsea FanCast mail bag.The boys read through the emails from the Chelsea FanCast listeners.To email the show and get your views heard email chelseafancast@gmail.comCome to the next Chelsea FanCast 'Live at the Troubadour' event featuring Kerry Dixon and David Speedie on Sunday December 3rd from 4.30-6.30 pm right after the Chelsea v Brighton match. Tickets available from Ticket Web Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd welcome 1908's Chelsea cult hero, Mickey Thomas, to the Troubadour.The boys hold a live Q&A with one of Chelsea supporters favourite players from the 1983/84 season - Mickey Thomas. Mickey is one of the games great characters and played a crucial role in Chelsea's Division Two title winning campaign of 1983/84. He spent a couple of hours entertaining us all with hilarious tales of his Chelsea career, both on and off the pitch.Come to the next Chelsea FanCast 'Live at the Troubadour' event featuring Kerry Dixon and David Speedie on Sunday December 3rd from 4.30-6.30 pm right after the Chelsea v Brighton match. Tickets available from Ticket Web Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd go through this week's Chelsea FanCast mail bag.The boys read through the emails from the Chelsea FanCast listeners.To email the show and get your views heard email chelseafancast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd are joined by Mark Meehan to look back on a remarkable match against Man City on Sunday.In part one we discuss Chelsea's electric start almost scuppered by Antony Taylor's poor decision for the penalty and great comeback to lead 2:1 before the sucker punch either side of half-time. But Chelsea stuck at it, going toe to toe with City and goal for goal, before Ice Cold Palmer equalised with minutes remaining. Palmer, Sterling, Cucurella, Gallagher and James were outstanding and Sanchez made some great saves. Poch got his subs spot on, with Broja getting the foul that led to the last minute penalty.In part two we reflect on a brilliant week for Chelsea, arguably the best it's been since winning the FIFA Club World Cup in February 2022. It seems we've turned a corner and the team has evolved, showing bravery, confidence, resilience and playing front foot attacking football and breaking free of the turgid tippy tappy sideways borefest of recent years. A real bond seems to be gro

Stamford Chidge & Jonathan Kydd are joined by Dayne Whittle to look ahead to Sunday's match against Man City.In part one we catch up on the latest Chelsea news and ask where will Nkunku fit in with the news that he maybe available for selection for the Newcastle match?In part two we welcome back David Walker from ReadButNeverRed.com for the 'Opposition View'. We ask David how happy he is with the season so far?  Has De Bruyne’s absence hampered City? Why did City let Cole Palmer go? How’s Kovacic doing? Do City have any weaknesses? And what is David's prediction for the game. Lastly David tries to name the 30 City players who have also played for Chelsea in 'They Played for Both'.In part three we preview the Chelsea v City match starting with Chidge's team selection. Surely you can’t drop Jackson after a hat-trick or can you? Having lost our last 5 against City, without scoring a goal, how big an ask is getting a result? Is keeping Haarland quiet the key? City have lost 3 of 6 matches against P

Stamford Chidge and Jonathan Kydd are joined by Dan Silver to look back at a memorable battering of Tottenham Hotspur.In one of the maddest matches we have ever seen, Chelsea recovered from being under the kosh and 1-0 down to see Spurs lose the plot, go down to 9 men, play an inexplicable high line and get thumped 4-1. And to cap it all, Chelsea's hapless striker, Jackson, netted a hat-trick. But it was not all plain sailing, even against 9 men. VAR contrived to disallow 5 goals and none of us who were there had a scooby as to what was going on.But at the end of the day "Tottenham get battered everywhere they go" and that's all that mattered!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.