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Feb 4, 2026

57 min

We discuss the crazy scenes at Old Trafford and Stamford Bridge as Chelsea and Manchester United both manage to turn the game in the last minutes. We discuss how brilliantly Bruno created the chance at the end.
We also discuss how Rosenior seems to always get his subs right as Chelsea completed a full comeback from being 0-2 down at HT. We discuss how Fofana, Cucurella and JP all got their goal contribution from the bench.
Finally we discuss how Liverpool get a rarely emphatic win at Anfield as they thrashed Newcastle with a Ekitike brace and an amazing performance by the likes of Macallister, Szoboszalai and Wirtz. They also capped it up with a Ibu Konate goal which was celebrated emotionally. 
We also remunarate on why Chelsea and Arsenal have a big gap between the teams in terms of squad quality and game model. 
Guests: Chinmay, Raj and Sanket

Jan 29, 2026

1hr 1 min

We discuss this episode at the precipice of the end of a hard-fought UCL group stage from a Liverpool and Chelsea perspective.
We had a crazy PL GW 23 weekend seeing Liverpool losing to B'mouth and Chelsea thrashing a depleted Crystal Palace squad. The highlight was of course Carrick's 3rd game in charge seeing United beat Arsenal at the Emirates. We also discuss the Champions League campaigns for Liverpool and Chelsea where we had Liverpool showing a completely different version in Europe when compared to their domestic form. Chelsea too have managed to clinch some key victories in their campaign beating Barcelona and Napoli on their way. 
There were a lot of stats and records being broken this weekend. Chelsea being the youngest team to qualify for UCL QF in last 10 years. VVD being the first defender to assist 3 goals, Napoli losing their first game in 20 at home in Europe and of course the highlight which saw the Special one's Benfica clinch the last playoffs spot with a goal by Trubin.
Hosts: Raj and Chinmay

Jan 22, 2026

55 min

We are getting back to regular weekly episodes;GW 22 kicked off to a surprising thrashing of Man City on their visit to Old Trafford. We discuss the ruthless counter-attacks; dropping Matheus Cunha and the controversial referring calls to disallow Mount's goal and not handing a red card to Dalot. Liverpool unfortunately did concede a single goal after a consistent barrage of attacks against Burnley which only resulted in a goal by Wirtz and an unfortunate penalty miss by Szoboszalai. The draw raises concerns over Liverpool's playing style, OOP intensity and defense. 
Chelsea won a bogeyman fixture which has resulted in the underdog Brentford often thrashing them at home. Brentford came with the same energy and created 3-4 clear chances but unfortunately the Chelsea net remained untouched due to the heroics of Sanchez and important OOP contributions by Caicedo, Palmer, Enzo and JP. We also discuss the Garnacho brace and Rosenior trying to coach Robert Sanchez into playing a sweeper keeper and if it will lead to some horror moments like the chances conceded against Arsenal.
We provide some thoughts on FPL; Bruno is becoming too much of a pick-me at this point and maybe Harry Wilson has had his Christmas spurt of goal contributions finally coming to an end. We also discuss if JP is a good inclusion in an FPL squad. And why Dorgu is a great asset. 
 
Hosts: Raj, Sanket and Chinmay

Jan 20, 2026

57 min

In the second part of the Midseason Review, we discuss the state of affairs at Manchester United.
We discuss the Amorim sacking (whether justified or not?), lack of midfielder option, lack of creative WBs, Bruno being played in the 6/8 role. We also discuss if Manchester United should hire a coach or a manager.We discuss transfer opportunities:Baleba vs Anderson vs WhartonSesko vs Watkins vs GyokeresGallagher and Neves short term options
Guests: Ritin and Yash
Hosts: Chinmay and Sanket

Jan 20, 2026

1hr 16 min

In this episode we evaluate the positions of Chelsea and Liverpool at GW 21.
In the short Chelsea section at the start, we discuss the appointment of Rosenior and what Chinmay expects from their new coach, including some eyebrow raising factors like him citing Rooney as his managerial inspiration and how he was a MUFC fan as a kid and how the squad is prepared to take up his football
For the LFC section with Ritin and Divya bhai, where we look at Slot's tenure as the Liverpool manager following a historic title win in 2025. We discuss the interesting scenario in which the club lies after a heavy spend in the transfer window and why the football has become so dross. We also discuss some positives about very difficult to beat tactics by Slot in important games and how he has a very solid idea for his football. We also touch on the controversial yellow card to Martinelli for a rough shove to Bradley while he lied clutching his knees.
Hosts: Sanket and Chinmay
Guests: Divya, Ritin and Yash

Jan 12, 2026

1hr 10 sec

We are recording this episode on the eve of a historically bad evening for Manchester United as for the first time since 1995-96 Manchester United will only play 40 games, the minimum possible number of games a PL club can play. We are joined by Akshat, a Mancunian and an RCB fan who has attended matches, met Berrarda & Wilcox and is there to share his frustration with the way the club has been ran. He shares his views on Amorim, why was this a bad time for a sack and why the interim choice a forced error due to poor leadership at the board level. We also discuss the fated choice between Carrick and Ole and who out of Enrique, RdZ, Tuchel, Nagelsmann, Ancelotti, Maresca or Pochettino can lead this project after June.

Jan 8, 2026

50 min

We are happy to release our most exotic episode as we take a break from sackings, depressing results and look at an inspirational journey of a content creator from our hometown "Pune". Chaitanya (fondly known as Saadhamanus or his freestyling moniker ThePuneFreestyler) is a man with many hats. Relatable content, spreading social awareness and inspiring Indian footballers to pursue a career in freestyling. We also address how the content creation landscape has changed with newer mediums. 
We discuss how he started learning tricks, meeting ex-pros like Kaka, Drogba, Casillas, Messi, Suarez, Pirlo and Bekham and how surreal he feels meeting them. We also discuss why he connects with Cristiano Ronaldo's career. He addresses the negative side of content creation with online hate, controversies and how CR7 motivates him to keep at it. We ask his opinions about the Piers Morgan interview. We discuss CR7 and Portugal's WC ambitions.
Hosts: Chinmay, Raj and Sanket
Guest: Chaitanya
 

Jan 7, 2026

53 min

In the latest episode of the pod, we discuss the reasons and repercussions of the Amorim sacking. We discuss who is responsible for the current situation?
We discuss the 3 interim manager options; Darren Fletcher, Ole Gunnar Solskjær and Michael Carrick
We also discuss the larger list of permanent managers who will be available in Summer after the World Cup.
Hosts: Sanket and Chinmay

Jan 3, 2026

52 min

We record the first weekly episode of 2026 discussing the games from GW 18 and 19. Chelsea lost to Villa and drew against B'mouth at home. Liverpool got a decent win against Wolves and United won their boxing day fixture vs Newcastle but drew to Wolves.We also preview GW 20 fixtures
Music by: Raj
Hosts: Chinmay and Raj
Edited by: Chinmay

Jan 1, 2026

37 min


Welcome to the first episode of 2026, an unplanned one!
Forced on to us by the news that Chelsea and Maresca have parted ways on 1/1/2026. The first sacking on the new year day. We discuss the tensions that led to this. Was he right? wrong? The Man City and Juventus angle. The medical staff intervening in lineups and substitutes. 
We also discuss who is setup to replace him. Is it the star-studded Jose Mourinho or a complete neophyte like Liam Rosenior. Stay to listen to our thoughts
 
Music by: RajHosts: Chinmay, Raj and SanketEdited by: Chinmay

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