Episodes
Pompey signed winger Josh Martin and have to find a replacement for Regan Poole in January. Hugh, Andy and Freddie discuss the Charlton game, missed opportunities and goalkeeping mistakes. The lads look at Pompey's new signing Josh Martin and what he brings to Pompey and talk about how we need to replace Josh Martin in January. đź’™ Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 [email protected]
Published 11/15/23
The PO4cast xTRA is back to look over the past month. Freddie, Joth and Jack cover a variety of topics and have half an eye on the January transfer window. On this episode: - How the club can replace the injured Regan Poole - What sort of left winger should be brought in in January? - Why Portsmouth start slow and often concede the first goal - Analysis of the chances the team creates - Whether playing Jack Sparkes or Connor Ogilvie gets the best out of the side - The best midfield...
Published 11/13/23
It has not been the best week since we last recorded, as Pompey approaches a fixture against bogey team Charlton. Hugh, Andy and Freddie discuss the cup exit to Paul Cook’s Chesterfield and the win against Leyton Orient. The lads dive into how much stock we should put into the cup performances and answer your questions. Tash Everitt (@natashaeveritt7) from Charlton Live (@charltonlive) joins the show this week to preview Saturday’s game at Fratton (1:00:47) 💙 Please help support the...
Published 11/09/23
We made it to the 200th episode of the PO4cast as Pompey remained unbeaten in 26 league games. Hugh, Andy and Freddie discuss the rollercoaster of a game vs Reading including our takes on the ongoing situation. The lads then discuss if Pompey’s run is sustainable and if we are getting enough production from our wingers. Fred from Chesterfield Fan TV (cfcfantv123) joins the podcast to preview this weekend's game vs Paul Cook’s side. (1:12:52) 🤝 Thanks to everyone who has listened since...
Published 11/02/23
It’s a special episode this week with an expanded podcast line-up… It’s the usual business as the boys preview Carlisle with the help of Lee from The Brunton Bugle Podcast (@bruntonbugle) 4:25 - 25:50 It's an international break and the lads take part in a Pompey quiz. It’s Joth and Hugh vs Freddie and Proudie with quiz master Andy. See how you get on! Starts at 25:50 đź’™ Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 [email protected]
Published 10/19/23
It may be an international break, but the lads are back. Hugh, Andy and Freddie go over the game vs Port Vale and a rotated sides win vs Gillingham. This episode includes: - Freddie’s love of rubber bands and the EFL Trophy - Port Vale review - Guess the xG - Gillingham review - Mottoh and Aston impress - Sparks keeps flying - Andy celebrating a win vs Gibraltar like it was a World Cup final - Change in formation to 3-4-2-1 and how it could work in the league. 💙 Please help...
Published 10/12/23
The PO4cast xTRA returns for its fourth episode. Freddie, Joth and Jack go through September and October, analysing Pompey's excellent play at set pieces, their ability to win games after conceding first, and firmly decide if the Blues are a promotion candidate this season, or not. A player overview of Josh Martin - who is on trial at Fratton Park - was put together as well as our players of the month. Support the Pod 👉http://buymeacoffee.com @PO4cast [email protected]
Published 10/09/23
Is it too early to be excited about this team? Hugh and Freddie discuss two more wins for the blues, as they approach a tricky game vs. Port Vale without some key players. Jonny from The Ale and Vale podcast joins the pod to preview the game vs. Port Vale (52.01) This episode includes: - Wigan review - Wycombe review - Sparkes not just an attacking threat - Saydee’s impact - Listener question: Who should replace Robertson and Poole vs. Port Vale? - Port Vale preview with Jonny from...
Published 10/05/23
It might be different this year? Andy, Freddie and Jack jump on the mic this week and with Hugh off, Andy takes over hosting duties. The lads get stuck into reviewing another win and look forward to Wigan. Barry from the Progress with Unity podcast is this weeks guest to give you the lowdown on Saturday's opponent. This episode includes: - Discuss the Isle of Wight as a tourist destination and haunted podcast location - Review another hard-fought three points against Lincoln - Find...
Published 09/28/23
Seven points from three tricky games has moved the blues to the top of League One. Hugh, Andy and Proudie dive into reviewing the games against Derby and Barnsley and looking forward to Lincoln. Ben from The Stacey West (@Staceywestblog) joins the show to do a deep dive into this weekend’s opposition (48.10) With Freddie striking, Andy hosts a bit of Where Are They Now to finish off the podcast. This episode includes: - Freddie on-strike and Andy’s love of dictators from around the...
Published 09/21/23
Hugh, Andy and Freddie mix it up a bit this week, with no game to review and answer your questions. The lads then preview this weekends game away to Derby (45.45) This episode includes: - Starting lineups vs. a low block and away at a top 6 team - Who replaces Joe Morrell? - Which League One teams have impressed us so far this season? - Can Robertson and Anjorin play on the same side? - Derby pub recommendations, favourite Pompey goals and pre-match superstitions - Derby preview...
Published 09/13/23
Pompey look to have found a formula to open teams up and score some goals. Hugh, Andy and Freddie reflect on the win vs. Peterborough and how the team is starting to take shape. The lads discuss whether #Pompey have solved their attacking problems and answer your questions. đź’™ Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 [email protected]
Published 09/06/23
The PO4cast xTRA has returned for the month of August. Freddie, Joth and Jack conduct a deep dive into expected goals (xG) - the good, the bad, and how it can be used. The lads also discuss if Pompey are struggling creatively in the wide areas, and if the tactics are suiting the players. We also answer your listener questions about if John Mousinho is geting the most out of his players. The last Pompey signing of the summer, Tino Anjorin on loan from Chelsea, will also be analysed in...
Published 09/04/23
Cheltenham’s low block on Saturday caused some big problems for Pompey’s attack. Hugh, Andy and Freddie jump into the reasons behind Pompey’s stalling attack and whether it’s too early to judge the teams' results. The lads also discuss whether any players from Tuesday’s performance vs. Fulham U21s made a strong case to start in the league. We then answer your questions and preview Saturday's trip to Stevenage. This episode includes: - Cheltenham review - Fulham U21 review -...
Published 08/23/23
The Sky curse is broken! Hugh, a returning Andy and Freddie dive into the two wins and how the squad is coming together. Owen from the Robins Report is this week's guest to preview Saturday’s game. The lads then answer your questions This episode includes: - Andy update - Leyton Orient review - Exeter review - Alex Robertson, exactly what we have been missing? - Tom Lowery injury - Scully and Whyte's impact so far - Regan Poole Pompey’s best signing? - Cheltenham preview with...
Published 08/17/23
The main show is back with a slight xTRA crossover as Jack Hancock is subbed in for Andy who is in the treatment room. Hugh, Freddie and Jack dive into both games and discuss John Mousinho’s selection dilemma ahead of Saturday’s game. Adam from the LO Down Podcast (@LO_Podcast) to preview the game vs Leyton Orient. This episode includes: - Bristol Rovers review - Forest Green review - Guess the xG - Alex Robertson: Is he the creative midfielder Pompey has been missing? - Listener...
Published 08/10/23
The first match of the season vs Bristol Rovers is finally here. The guys on the PO4cast have gone in-depth about Pompey's remaining signings, and potentially how the team will look in the first game against Bristol Rovers at Fratton Park. Hugh, Freddie, Joth and Jack all pitch in to talk about the Blues, their tactical style, and Ollie from the Gascast joins the podcast (57:50) to preview Saturdays game vs Bristol Rovers. To round it off, we answer your listener questions. đź’™ Please...
Published 08/02/23
Season predictions time! It’s one week away from the start of the season. Hugh and Freddie have tracked down Andy on a small island off Sydney to record. The lads give their top six and bottom four predictions for League One. Gary Hutchinson from the Stacey West and The Real EFL joins the pod to chat about Anthony Scully. Follow Gary @staceywestblog and @TheRealEFL1 This episode includes: - Andy is in a sauna cabin on an island - Top six predictions. - Bottom four teams to be...
Published 07/30/23
It’s the first episode of the PO4cast xTRA with Freddie Webb, Joth Taylor and Jack Hancock! Freddie, Joth and Jack, go into a statistica deep dive of Pompey's summer transfer business during the first episode of the PO4cast xTRA. Will Norris, Conor Shaughnessy, Christian Saydee, Terry Devlin and Anthony Scully are all profiled for their strengths, weaknesses, and if they will help the Blues achieve promotion. The lads also react to the breaking news of the Ben Stevenson signing, and...
Published 06/23/23
Pompey have signed five new players so we needed to get back on the mic and review each one. Hugh, Andy and Freddie do a rare Saturday podcast giving you so insight into each of Pompey’s new players. Shout At The Oval podcast join the show for an incredible insight into our new young centre midfielder. This episode includes: - Terry Devlin - Matthew from Shout At The Oval podcast deep dive into Terry Devlin - Connor Shaughnessy - Will Norris - Christian Saydee - Antony Scully - What...
Published 06/17/23
Hugh jumps on the mic with EFL pundit and Burton Albion fan Edward Walker to get the lowdown on new signing Conor Shaughnessy. You can follow Edward at @edward_w97 on Twitter for coverage of the entire EFL this season. We will look to get more guests on to discuss all Pompey’s latest signings as they happen. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast
Published 06/14/23
It’s time for the 22-23 season review and a look towards what comes next. Hugh, Andy and Freddie jump back on the mic now the play-offs have concluded. The lads also discuss what comes next for this squad as Rich Hughes re-shapes it over the summer. This episode includes: - Pre-season predictions. Did anyone get it spot on? - Positive surprises from the squad - Biggest flops of the season - Will Pompey look to sell Bishop and or Morrell to fund summer spending? - Jay Mingi is on his...
Published 06/01/23
Andy returns to the podcast this week as the season winds down to a close. Hugh, Andy and Freddie jump into the last season preview and review leading up to next weeks big season review episode! This episode includes: - Derby review - Guess the xG - Tommy Leigh. Is he the right signing at CAM? - Player of the season nominations. - Safe standing - Wycombe preview - Score predictions 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast
Published 05/05/23
Pompey have likely bottled any chance of a top-six finish. Hugh and Freddie chat about where the club go from here. This episode includes: - Shrewsbury review - Oxford review - Listener question - Pompey have likely bottled any chance of a top-six finish. What is the main reason, and where does the club go from here? - Jay Mingi's 3-year contract offer - What’s the cause of Pompey’s injury-plagued season? - Accrington preview - Score predictions 💙 Please help support the podcast...
Published 04/21/23
Consecutive draws over the Easter weekend is a big chance missed for the Blues play-off hopes. Hugh and Freddie analyse the two games and discuss what Pompey needs to do to develop this squad. This episode includes: - MK Dons review - Morecambe review - Pompey’s players contract extensions. - The clubs - Pompey’s “training ground vision”. Is it enough? - Listener question -What positions does the team need to strengthen most in the summer? - Contract negotiations - Shrewsbury...
Published 04/13/23