Episodes
Mike and Dave relish the return of Premier League action after the international break. This week's biggest talking points: Arsenal lose ground at the top, with a William Saliba red card leading to a 2-0 loss to Bournemouth. Do they have a discipline problem?? A Dejan Kulusevski-inspired Tottenham beat sorry West Ham 4-1. As Spurs approach their best, can West Ham stop getting any worse? Liverpool beat Chelsea 2-1 in a scrappy game; how good are Liverpool, and how unpredictable are...
Published 10/21/24
Published 10/21/24
Myles and Dave discuss the latest international break, focusing on England's performances against Greece in a 2-1 loss, and against Finland in a 3-1 win. With the uncertainty over the next manager looming - and a less than clear answer from interim manager Lee Carsley - we were left with more questions than answers. Who came out best from these games? Who's likely to take the England job next? The lads try and answer them all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 10/14/24
Mike chats with Myles and Dave in the week where there clubs played each other - and it was a drab 0-0! Thankfully there were plenty of great games to discuss, starting at the AMEX Stadium as Brighton came from 2-0 to beat Tottenham 3-2. The result leave Fabian Hurzeler's high-fliers in 6th. Spurs meanwhile have ;lost 3 in 7 games. Brentford added more misery to bottom of the league Wolves in a 5-3 win. How will the result change the perspective for both teams going into the International...
Published 10/06/24
Mike chats candidly about the key games this weekend, starting at Stamford Bridge with Cole Palmer's sensational 4 goals in the first half of a 4-2 win over Brighton. It was a crazy game which Palmer clearly enjoyed - what a player he's becoming! He also looks at Erik ten Hag's future again as Manchester United were soundly beaten 3-0 at home by Tottenham. It really feels like the end this time - will the hierarchy bite the bullet and sack the Dutchman? Spurs on the other hand played...
Published 09/29/24
Mike is joined by Myles and Arsenal fan Isaac to break down Manchester City 2-2 Arsenal, a game full of action and flashpoints. Somehow we manage to keep Isaac calm despite the controversy of a first-half red card for Leandro Trossard, which we'll debate alongside the other big talking point surrounding Riccardo Calafiori's goal. As Fulham record an impressive 3-1 win over Newcastle, we ask how good they are as a team, and the role of Emile Smith-Rowe in their solid start to the...
Published 09/23/24
Premier League football returns after the International break, with some great games for Mike, Myles and Dave to analyse! Starting with an historic win for Nottingham Forest against Liverpool, thanks to a superb Callum Hudson-Odoi winner. The win propels Forest to 7th, but can they kick on? Aston Villa came back from 2-0 down to beat Everton 3-2. A Jhon Duran rocket sealed the comeback, which was yet another Everton collapse. Manchester United found some breathing space with a 3-0 win over...
Published 09/15/24
Ireland 0-2 England It's Lee Carsley's first game in charge of England as interim boss, and the first game since the Gareth Southgate era. Mike analyses what was different about Carsley's approach, were the shackles really off, and can he be a viable option for the role permanently? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 09/08/24
What a week! Myles and Dave recap the best of the bunch after a mad Premier League weekend. Starting at Old Trafford, where a bald head in the dugout prevailed - and it wasn't Erik ten Hag. Nope, it was Arne Slot who steered Liverpool to a dominant 3-0 win over Manchester United. The lads pick through the aftermath of a very different start to the season for both clubs. Likewise, Everton are also flailing already after relinquishing a 2-0 lead at the 87 minute mark, only to lose 3-2 to...
Published 09/02/24
Mike and Dave analyse a fascinating 2-0 win for Arsenal over Aston Villa, putting to bed any doubts that they were the Gunners' bogey team. But it could've been so much different had Ollie Watkins not lost his head in front of goal - and if David Raya hadn't pulled off a world class save! We look at what both teams will take from the game. Chelsea suddenly became their prolific best in a 6-2 away win over Wolves, thanks to a hat-trick from Noni Madueke, with all 3 assisted by Cole Palmer....
Published 08/27/24
It's so good to have Premier League football back! Mike and Myles analyse the picks of the weekend, starting with a determined performance from Ipswich against Arne Slot's Liverpool. Despite losing 2-0, Kieran McKenna will have plenty to positive about. Likewise, Slot will be happy with a clinical win. After Jhon Duran gave Aston Villa a 2-1 win over West Ham of all teams, are Villa fans now forgiving and forgetting his flirtation with the Hammers? And how did the new boys Onana and...
Published 08/19/24
Mike, Myles and Dave analyse the season opener at Wembley, as Manchester City beat United 7-6 on penalties in the Community Shield after drawing 1-1 after 90 minutes. What positives can both teams take away? In the transfer market, United seal deals for Mazraoui and De Ligt, while Dominic Solanke joins Tottenham. And as Pedro Neto squeezes into a packed Chelsea dressing room, are they in danger of losing their identity as a club? We also cover Wrexham's winning start to life in League...
Published 08/12/24
It's that time of year again! Mike, Myles and Dave put their reputations on the line to predict how the 2024/25 Premier League season will go! The lads will debate: Champions Top 6 Relegated Teams One to Watch And also a surprise top transfer of the window so far! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 08/06/24
The transfer window is in full swing, with Aston Villa at the centre of this weeks action. Mike, Myles and Dave weigh up Moussa DIaby's surprise move to Saudi Arabia, his legacy, and the incoming Amadou Onana's potential role. Arsenal have all but sealed the deal for young Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna. After an impressive Euro 2024 at centre back for the Azzuri, where could he feature for the Gunners? And as the Mason Greenwood problem is moved on to Marseille, have...
Published 07/23/24
That awful, sinking feeling never gets easy does it? England lose another European Championship Final and although it wasn't on penalties, it wasn't any less heartbreaking for fans. Mike, Myles and Dave discuss the 2-1 loss to Spain who were, without doubt, the best team in the competition, and look at the missed opportunities. As well as what made Spain worthy champions. And what of Gareth Southgate? Once the dust settles, will he stay at the helm and pick the team up for another crack...
Published 07/15/24
We have no idea HOW, but England are through to the semi-finals of Euro 2024 after a clinical penalty shootout win over Switzerland! Mike and Myles look at the big wins from the game against the Swiss, the opportunities to improve further, and how the other contenders shape up. And what now for Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo? His presence in this talented Portugal team seems to dominate, and not for the right reasons. Are they better without CR7?
Published 07/07/24
England progress to the Euro 2024 Quarter-Finals after a MAD end to their Round of 16 tie against Slovakia. The game ended 2-1 after extra time, but it took a 95th-minute bicycle kick from Jude Bellingham to spare England an embarrassing exit. Mike, Myles and Dave try and find the positives from a poor quality game, but one which had the most thrilling ending. They also chat about Spain's ruthless 4-1 win over Georgia and the impact of the superb Nico Williams. And also on the agenda...
Published 07/01/24
England's first 2 games of Euro 2024 have been super frustrating for fans. With a more "backs to the wall" approach than a team of this talent should ever invite, the Three Lions have laboured to a win and a draw against Serbia and Denmark so sar. Mike, Myles and Dave look at what THEY want Gareth Southgate to do, to really push this talented team forward.
Published 06/22/24
Euro 2024 is HERE! Mike, Myles and Dave analyse the best of the action from the opening weekend of European Championship action in Germany. England got off to a winning start with Jude Bellingham pulling the strings in a 1-0 win over Serbia. The win's been received pretty negatively in some quarters for not being ambitious enough in the second half. The lads give their take on what worked - and what didn't - for the Three Lions. We also look at Germany's 5-1 trouncing of sorry...
Published 06/17/24
Myles and Dave are getting hyped up for Euro 2024! But who are the favourites? We know what the bookies say - but what about the lads' opinions? We go through top contenders and make our predictions, map the paths to the Final, and look at some of the outside bets to become European Champions. PLUS, how will Gareth Southgate's team fare?!
Published 06/07/24
Finally some cheer for Mike, Dave and Manchester United fans! The lads are joined by Myles to discuss how United beat Man City 2-1 at Wembley to lift an unlikely FA Cup, and what this means for Erik ten Hag's future. As Chelsea part ways with Mauricio Pochettino, we also ponder what the hell the Blues are thinking, as Enzo Maresca looks set to join from Leicester in his place. Southampton are back in the big time after beating Leeds 1-0 in the Championship Play-Off Final - but do they...
Published 05/27/24
So that's it! The 2023/24 Premier League season is over, with Manchester City winning a record 4th title in a row. Mike, Myles and Dave analyse the hug sporting achievement, as well as the way those 115 charges overshadow everything for other fans. We chat about Arsenal, and how proud they can feel about their season, about Crystal Palace and their incredible end to the season. And we also look at the exits of Jurgen Klopp and Roberto De Zerbi, and how their respective clubs will...
Published 05/20/24
Myles and Dave look at the most decisive week of football in the Premier League so far, as relegation is confirmed for pretty much ALL promoted teams barring a miraculous goal swing. The lads ask how Luton, Burnley and Sheffield United struggled, and also how survivors Nottingham Forest can kick on now safety is confirmed. Man City and Arsenal both recorded wins to keep the title race alive till the end, while Manchester United lose again.
Published 05/12/24
We're nearing the end of a gruelling Premier League season and it really is survival of the fittest! Tottenham are finding themselves falling away from the top 4, their 4-2 defeat at Liverpool their 4th in a row in the league. Mike and Dave ask - what is happening to Spurs?? Nottingham Forest gave their survival hopes a massive boost with a 3-1 win over Sheffield United, with Callum Hudson-Odoi the star. They look all-but-safe now with both Luton and Burnlet dropping points. Chelsea...
Published 05/06/24
Arsenal negotiated their trickiest test yet in the title run-in with a vital victory in the North London Derby. Mike, Myles and Dave look at how they held firm despite Tottenham almost coming back into the game, and their title hopes for the remaining games. Tottenham's defeat hands the advantage to Aston Villa, who drew 2-2 with Chelsea despite going 2-0 up. The loss of Emi Martinez to injury made all the difference, and the lads ponder whether Robin Olsen really can step...
Published 04/28/24