Episodes
Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers discuss the arrival of Bruno Lage as the new manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers. We’re also joined by former Wolves midfielder David Jones who was coached by Lage at Sheffield Wednesday to give his insight into the new boss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 06/10/21
Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers discuss the departure of Nuno Espírito Santo as manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers. We’re also joined by Wolves commentator Mikey Burrows and former Wolves keeper Matt Murray to discuss Nuno’s departure and what a first season without the Portuguese in four years will look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/25/21
Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers look back on the 2-0 defeat to Spurs. We discuss Connor Coady’s heroics in front of England boss Gareth Southgate and if he’ll be on the plane to the Euros. Plus, we look ahead to the clash against Everton, discuss ticket prices now fans are finally allowed back in and which other Wolves players will join Dendoncker (and probably Coady) at Euro 2020. And The Athletic’s Carl Anka gives us insight ahead of our final game of the season against...
Published 05/18/21
Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers look back on the 2-1 win over Brighton which saw academy product Morgan Gibbs-White score a late winner against The Seagulls. We discuss more impressive performances from the young cubs in the Wolves pack and what impact their performances will have on Nuno’s transfer plans for the summer. Plus, we look ahead to the clash against Tottenham Hotspur and find out what’s gone wrong for Matt Doherty; with The Athletic’s Jack Pitt-Brooke. Learn more...
Published 05/11/21
Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers look back on the 1-1 draw with West Brom and the flurry of youngsters who got their chance to impress against The Baggies. We speak to former Ipswich Town and Leicester City striker turned forward analyst James Scowcroft who breaks down why Wolves have struggled to score this season compared to last. And yes Raúl Jiménez being injured comes up... Plus, we look ahead to the clash against the Albion, Brighton & Hove Albion, with The Athletic’s...
Published 05/04/21
Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers help each other through reliving the horror show of the 4-0 capitulation to Burnley. We speak to former Wolves striker Don Goodman about that game, the next one against West Bromwich Albion and the season so far. Specifically why it really needs to end...   Plus, we look ahead to the Black Country derby against West Brom with The Athletic’s Steve Madeley. We also shoe-horn in a reference to the musical Grease... Learn more about your ad choices....
Published 04/27/21
Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers discuss the ramifications for Wolves of the proposed breakaway European Super League. We wonder whether Jose Mourinho being “relieved of his duties” at Tottenham will see Spurs look for another Portuguese coach in Nuno... Plus, we review the 1-0 win over Sheffield Utd which condemned The Blades to relegation and saw Willian José score his first goal in the old gold.  The FA Cup dream is over for Wolves Women but we reflect on a fantastic run...
Published 04/20/21
Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers discuss Wolves late winner against Fulham. Former Wolves winger and member of the medical team at Molineux Tony Daley gives us insight into how the club will handle Jonny Castro’s latest injury setback. Wolves Women’s FA Cup adventure continues following their 4-1 win over Watford Women.  Plus, Jacqui and Tim are joined by The Athletic’s Sheffield United reporter Richard Sutcliffe to look ahead to Saturday’s game against The Blades. Oh, and Tim...
Published 04/12/21
Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers discuss the 3-2 loss at home to West Ham where Wolves ACTUALLY SCORED SOME GOALS.  They reminisce about cult hero Mo Camara, learn more about why Adam Traore oils up his arms for every match and reflect on Wolves Women picking up a win in their first game in four months.  Plus, Jacqui and Tim are joined by The Athletic’s Fulham reporter Peter Rutzler to look ahead to a crucial game for both sides under the lights at Craven Cottage. Learn more about...
Published 04/06/21
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers discuss Rio Ferdinand's comments about Conor Coady, reflect on how Nuno's men have performed during the international break and address the transfer rumours surrounding the team... Plus, the guys use the break in the Premier League calendar to tackle some of your questions and Tim gets all nostalgic about a very special away and a hashtag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/30/21
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers discuss the club's latest financial results with special guest Richard Skirrow, beloved and dedicated former club secretary for over twenty years...  Richard reflects on his time at Molineux, what it's really like on deadline day, signing a Saudi Prince and more before Jacqui and Tim ponder what the summer transfer market holds in store for Nuno's side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/23/21
Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers reflect on a narrow defeat to Liverpool. There's good news regarding the worrying injury suffered by Rui Patricio. Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey has his say on the controversial decisions from the game. And Tim argues it's not the formation that's holding the team back when it comes to scoring goals. There's also an update from the Women's team, and the very latest on the return of Raul Jimenez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 03/16/21
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers reflect on a goalless draw with Aston Villa and *that* alarming pattern of waiting until the second half to start playing properly!  Plus, an update on Dion Sanderson's impressive loan spell with Sunderland and The Athletic's James Pearce joins to help preview an intriguing test against Liverpool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/09/21
The Athletic's Tim Spiers is alongside Jacqui Oatley to pick the bones out of Wolves' midweek defeat to Manchester City. They debate whether Nuno should be setting up the team to show more ambition going forward, especially against sides outside the top six. Or does he need better players in defence to play more offensively? There's also an update on the Wolves players out on loan. And Paul Berry joins the show to pay tribute to the beloved Graham Hughes Learn more about your ad choices....
Published 03/03/21
Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers debate whether Wolves are back in the hunt for Europe after making it three wins from four in the Premier League. They discuss the importance of Nuno's switch to inverted wingers. Are Neto and Traore more dangerous in their new roles? Former winger Matt Jarvis brings his expert opinion to the show. We hear exclusively from Neto who spoke with Tim last week about adapting to life in the UK. And as always we answer your questions about the club. Learn...
Published 02/23/21
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers discuss an emotional rollercoaster of a week as Wolves followed up a deflating FA Cup exit with a comeback win on the South-Coast... Nuno's FA Cup team selection explained, Wolves "secret weapon", Mind-Coach Julio Figueroa, Dendoncker's funny posture and more. Plus the duo look ahead to facing Leeds & Tim provides some rapid-fire answers to your twitter questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/16/21
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers discuss Morgan Gibbs-White's future, Jonny's surprising return & a clean sheet against Leicester...  Plus, Wolves General Manager of Football Operations and Matt Wild joins in to talk about the challenges of an empty Molineux, jumping through hoops to land Willian Jose and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/09/21
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers reflect on a 2-1 win over Arsenal... however it came! Did it feel like a turning point in Wolves season?  Has Joao Moutinho silenced his critics (including the couple on this very podcast), how Ruben Neves is developing into a real leader and whether Rui Patricio is in need of some competition?  Plus, the duo discuss new signing Willian Jose's early contributions, Tim reveals if the club were active in the final moments of the transfer window...
Published 02/03/21
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers reflect on an uncomfortably close 1-0 win over Chorley in the FA Cup, and new arrival Willian Jose...  Plus, Tim runs the rule over the entire squad in his 'mid-term report', reveals what Scott Sellars new role at the club means for the future and The Athletic's senior writer Dom Fifield helps to preview upcoming games against both Chelsea and Crystal Palace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 01/26/21
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers are joined by club legends Steve Bull and Andy Thompson to unpick a devastating defeat to West Brom on the weekend...  Coady's 'jaw-dropping' substitution, Semedo's struggles, Nuno's touchline demeanour, January reinforcements and memories of an even worse afternoon against FA Cup opponents Chorley, back in 1986! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 01/19/21
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers reflect on a narrow defeat to Everton, as injuries mount and some transfer decisions continue to confuse, ahead of the first Black Country Derby in almost 9 years... Must Nuno return to his trusted 3-4-3 formation, are Wolves missing Kevin Thelwell's influence in recruitment and is Patrick Cutrone really the answer?  Plus, Jacqui and Tim discuss Ruben Neves' form, Adama Traore's left foot and what a game against West Brom means to them. Learn...
Published 01/13/21
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers reflect on an 'infuriating thriller' against Brighton, as everyone's attention shifts to the January Transfer Window and the long-list of potential strikers to fill Raul Jimenez' boots... at least temporarily. Plus, as the guys look back on a mixed bag over the Christmas period, they also discuss ongoing defensive problems, actual calls for Nuno to be sacked and whether Wolves are now "easier" to play against? Learn more about your ad choices....
Published 01/05/21
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers reflect on Wolves' continued struggle against a 'physical' Burnley side and Tim continues to struggle with Nuno's team selection...  The former Premier League referee Mark Halsey joins helps us understand where on earth Nuno's outburst at Lee Mason came from, as well as, short-corner issues and goal-droughts for Neves and Moutinho explained. Plus, the guys reflect on this podcast's first year, re-living some of their favourite interviews,...
Published 12/23/20
Host Jacqui Oatley and The Athletic's Tim Spiers reflect on a brilliant win over Lampard's star-studded Chelsea, as Ruben Neves reminded everyone of his quality...  Is criticism of Nelson Semedo over the top, what do the incoming Brexit rules mean for prospective u18 signings and what makes Romain Saiss so good both on and off the pitch? Plus, Tim updates us on Wolves' efforts to bring in a striker in the January transfer market.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 12/17/20