Straight Outta Cobham: The Athletic FC’s Chelsea show
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The Athletic's Chelsea experts - Simon Johnson, Liam Twomey, Luke Bosher, Sam Parkin and Dom Fifield - are alongside host Matt Davies-Adams to bring you behind the scenes at Stamford Bridge. Expect unrivalled insight, honest opinion and stimulating debate.
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Épisodes 512
Does Alonso know what he’s doing at Chelsea?
It’s another nightmare at the Stadium of Light for Chelsea.Matt Davies-Adams and Liam Twomey look back at Chelsea’s 1-0 loss to Sunderland, courtesy of a dominant performance by Brian Brobbey and some …
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It’s another nightmare at the Stadium of Light for Chelsea.
Matt Davies-Adams and Liam Twomey look back at Chelsea’s 1-0 loss to Sunderland, courtesy of a dominant performance by Brian Brobbey and some questionable refereeing decisions.
Why doesn’t Xabi Alonso trust any of his number nines in Joao Pedro’s absence? Should he drop Cole Palmer? And despite a lot of tinkering with the lineup, why does it feel like the manager is making it up as he goes along?
Plus, Chelsea Women were held to a 1-1 draw by Everton, costing them top spot in the WSL, and Lauren James is a doubt for next weekend’s huge clash with Manchester City.
00:00 - Intro
01:58 - Sunderland 1-0 Chelsea
04:35 - Were Chelsea naive?
06:24 - Bullied by Brobbey
09:40 - Colwill’s tough start to the season
12:34 - Refereeing controversies
16:10 - False nine struggles
19:53 - Welbeck fails to take his chances
22:04 - Which players does Alonso trust?
24:40 - Will Chelsea buy a new striker?
26:55 - Should Palmer be dropped?
31:07 - Champions League race
34:49 - Elsewhere in Chelsea news
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Are Chelsea a better team than they were last season?
Can Chelsea head into the international break on a high? Matt Davies-Adams has got Simon Johnson and Sam Parkin for company to look ahead to Sunday’s trip to Sunderland. After the chastening defeat at the …
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Can Chelsea head into the international break on a high?
Matt Davies-Adams has got Simon Johnson and Sam Parkin for company to look ahead to Sunday’s trip to Sunderland.
After the chastening defeat at the Stadium of Light which saw Chelsea miss out on European football on the final day of last season, has progress been made under Xabi Alonso since then? How do the Blues go about picking up another three points on the road? And will Lavia and Estevao continue in the team after their performances against Man United?!
00:00 - Intros & MOTs
03:18 - Get Shirty
06:21 - Evaluating the performance v Man United
09:50 - What will it take to get a UCL place?
12:15 - What kind of away performance will we see?
14:14 - Have there been improvements since the last meeting?
16:31 - Could Penders keep the GK jersey?
20:40 - Key team selection issues
22:29 - Romeo Lavia to keep his place?
28:39 - Will Estevao stay in the team?
32:23 - Danny Welbeck’s role
35:01 - Cole Palmer’s current form
36:09 - Would Palmer get back in the England squad?
39:57 - Sunderland (A) predictions / nostalgia
44:53 - Elsewhere in Chelsea news
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Chelsea avoid Man United banana skin as Estevao finally gets his start
Chelsea win at home! And keep a clean sheet! For the first time since January!Matt Davies-Adams has The Athletic’s Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher for company for a look back on the 2-0 win over Manchester United …
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Chelsea win at home! And keep a clean sheet! For the first time since January!
Matt Davies-Adams has The Athletic’s Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher for company for a look back on the 2-0 win over Manchester United on Saturday.
After a tumultuous first half where the visitors had Xabi Alonso’s side on the ropes - the second brought far more positive signs. We lavish praise on Acheampong and Lavia, laud Estevao’s first Premier League start of the season (!) - and give Penders his flowers after bouncing back from last weekend’s disappointment.
Plus, Chelsea Women kept up their charge to regain their WSL crown with an emphatic 6-0 win over Charlton on Sunday.
00:00 - Intro
02:51 - Chelsea 2-0 Man United
07:22 - Estevao started (!)
12:12 - Acheampong growing in stature
18:23 - Wes Fofana’s rollercoaster game
21:39 - Did Chelsea get off lightly?
23:46 - Romeo Lavia praise
28:14 - Martinez’s generational headloss
30:40 - Palmer’s poor afternoon
31:13 - Mike Penders redemption arc
33:49 - Pedro Neto up top
41:32 - Elsewhere in Chelsea news
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Penalty shootout pain vs Liverpool AGAIN + Man United preview
Chelsea suffer penalty shootout heartache at the hands of Liverpool yet again…Matt Davies-Adams and The Athletic’s Liam Twomey join forces to look back on the defeat at Anfield in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday …
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Chelsea suffer penalty shootout heartache at the hands of Liverpool yet again…
Matt Davies-Adams and The Athletic’s Liam Twomey join forces to look back on the defeat at Anfield in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday evening - and look ahead to the visit of crisis club Manchester United on Saturday.
What the heck is going on with Estevao? Has the fan sentiment around Xabi Alonso already started to shift? And just how much pressure is their going into what feels like a must-win against a Man United side in complete and utter disarray?
Our old friend Cerys Jones is back - now on the United beat - to tell us how Michael Carrick is still in his post - and what to expect from his side on Saturday lunchtime.
00:00 - Intro
01:43 - Get Shirty
02:47 - Defeat at Anfield
03:27 - Estevao’s exclusion
11:56 - Emegha’s impact off the bench
14:35 - Fofana’s difficult evening
18:57 - Manchester United preview w/ Cerys Jones
20:46 - How is Carrick still in charge?
23:03 - What’s going on with Fernandes?
24:22 - How’s Andrey Santos getting on?
27:44 - Mason Mount’s role
28:52 - How can United hurt Chelsea?
32:04 - Is the optimism draining out of the fanbase?
32:37 - CFCW 2-0 Roma in the UWCL
44:28 - Selection dilemmas / Lacroix’s injury
46:57 - Academy news
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How damaging will the shock Tottenham defeat be for Chelsea & Alonso?
For just the second time in 36 years, Chelsea have been beaten by Tottenham at Stamford Bridge.Matt Davies-Adams, Simon Johnson and Luke Bosher assemble to look back on the horror 2-0 defeat by rivals Spurs on …
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For just the second time in 36 years, Chelsea have been beaten by Tottenham at Stamford Bridge.
Matt Davies-Adams, Simon Johnson and Luke Bosher assemble to look back on the horror 2-0 defeat by rivals Spurs on Saturday evening.
We dissect the hugely disappointing performance and result - which raises questions about Xabi Alonso’s game management. Why weren’t changes made sooner? Why did Cole Palmer lose his head? And what will Chelsea do if Joao Pedro is out for an extended period of time?
Elsewhere, CFCW fought from a goal down to beat Crystal Palace - and go top of the WSL table!
00:00 - Intro
02:15 - Chelsea 0-2 Tottenham review
04:29 - Is the defeat on Alonso?
08:32 - Joao Pedro’s absence
09:05 - Jackson thriving at Villa
17:05 - Poor old Mike Penders
23:02 - Set-piece difficulties continue
24:46 - Palmer’s ill-discipline
32:44 - Is this just what Chelsea are now?
37:04 - Liverpool v Chelsea preview
40:14 - Will Estevao get a start?
44:27 - Predictions?
45:03 - Elsewhere in Chelsea news
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Will Chelsea continue winning streak against Spurs?
Chelsea’s favourite opponents come to Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening, as the Blues look to make it SEVEN straight wins against Tottenham in the Premier League.Matt Davies-Adams has got Sam Parkin and Luke …
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Chelsea’s favourite opponents come to Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening, as the Blues look to make it SEVEN straight wins against Tottenham in the Premier League.
Matt Davies-Adams has got Sam Parkin and Luke Bosher alongside him for a look ahead to the visit of Spurs.
How will Chelsea handle being overwhelming favourites coming into the game? Will Mike Penders show he’s ready to be No. 1? And how are Spurs feeling heading into this match after their first win of the season against Coventry on Monday? We speak to The View From The Lane’s Dan Kilpatrick to find out.
Plus - Chelsea Women look to continue their excellent form when they head to Crystal Palace in the WSL.
00:00 - Intro
02:09 - Get Shirty
05:00 - Chelsea v Tottenham preview
05:29 - Is Mike Penders ready?
07:31 - Defensive set-up - Palestra’s role
16:12 - Are we getting too carried away?
19:09 - How much can we read into the table?
21:02 - Calm or chaos on Saturday?
23:18 - Pre-match predictions
26:38 - Tottenham perspective with Dan Kilpatrick
35:50 - Crystal Palace v CFCW preview
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Have Chelsea turned a corner after win and clean sheet at Everton?
A win at Everton! And a clean sheet! What’s going on?!Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic’s Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson for a look back on the 2-0 win at the Hill Dickinson. We’ve got …
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A win at Everton! And a clean sheet! What’s going on?!
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic’s Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson for a look back on the 2-0 win at the Hill Dickinson.
We’ve got a full debrief of the victory - including Neto’s transformation under Xabi Alonso, Caicedo’s seamless return to action and more love for Jordan Henderson. Plus, the latest on the injuries to Emi Martinez and Reece James.
Elsewhere - Chelsea Women romped to a 6-2 victory over Tottenham at Stamford Bridge to keep the pressure on Manchester City at the top of the table.
00:00 - Intro
01:59 - Everton 0-2 Chelsea
05:08 - Reece James’ injury
00:00 - Captain Caicedo
10:27 - Jorrel Hato impresses
13:20 - Formational intrigue
18:31 - Neto’s transformation
23:13 - Jordan Henderson appreciation section
27:59 - Martinez’s injury, Penders’ opportunity
36:35 - Elsewhere in Chelsea news
37:19 - CFCW flying
39:10 - Reggie Watson’s star is growing
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Can Chelsea banish their Everton (A) hoodoo?
After just one win in their last nine matches away at Everton, can Xabi Alonso’s side come away with from the Hill Dickinson with a victory on Saturday? Matt Davies-Adams has got Sam Parkin and Luke Bosher for …
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After just one win in their last nine matches away at Everton, can Xabi Alonso’s side come away with from the Hill Dickinson with a victory on Saturday?
Matt Davies-Adams has got Sam Parkin and Luke Bosher for company to preview the trip to take on the Toffees.
Plus, Chelsea Women get back to WSL action when they face Tottenham at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
And - which current outfield player is most likely to have a turn as an emergency keeper?
00:00 - Intro
01:15 - Get Shirty
02:45 - Everton v Chelsea preview
03:55 - Do players think about the curse?
06:15 - Any changes in team selection?
10:45 - Reece James’ injury
13:30 - Colwill’s captaincy credentials
17:45 - Henderson’s role
21:15 - Another fast start?
24:30 - Kiernan-Dewsbury Hall/ Tyrique George revenge game
31:30 - Get Shirty reveal
34:15 - Chelsea v Tottenham in the WSL
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Henderson’s stunning double + Palmer’s contract extension
Chelsea’s fast starts continue - and this time they manage to hold onto their lead! Matt Davies-Adams has The Athletic’s Chelsea correspondents Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey for company to look back on the 5-1 …
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Chelsea’s fast starts continue - and this time they manage to hold onto their lead!
Matt Davies-Adams has The Athletic’s Chelsea correspondents Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey for company to look back on the 5-1 win over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge.
We talk Caicedo’s return, Henderson rolling back the years, Palmer’s new contract - and Joao Pedro’s Golden Boot credentials.
We’ll be back on Thursday for a look ahead to Saturday’s trip to the Hill Dickinson Stadium to face Everton.
00:00 - Intro
02:30 - Chelsea 5-1 Bournemouth
03:15 - Welcome back, Moi!
05:25 - Jordan Henderson rolls back the years
10:35 - Reece James injury worries
12:45 - Chelsea’s fast starts
16:15 - Joao Pedro for Golden Boot?
23:15 - Palmer’s contract extension
29:00 - Estevao sidelined again
35:50 - Elsewhere in Chelsea news
36:45 - Shakhtar at Stamford Bridge
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Will Caicedo return and kickstart Chelsea's season?
The Premier League returns and Chelsea look to get their season back on track when winless Bournemouth visit Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon. Matt Davies-Adams has got Liam Twomey and Sam Parkin for …
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The Premier League returns and Chelsea look to get their season back on track when winless Bournemouth visit Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon.
Matt Davies-Adams has got Liam Twomey and Sam Parkin for company - on the day it was announced that co-sporting director Laurence Stewart is set to leave the club.
We discuss the significance of that departure - before a closer look at the weekend ahead and some of the key selection and system dilemmas facing Xabi Alonso.
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Did BlueCo save Chelsea from a fate worse than City’s?
Should Chelsea count themselves lucky to not be in Manchester City’s position? Matt Davies-Adams, Sam Parkin and Luke Bosher assemble in a week which has shaken football. We discuss the City scandal , before …
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Should Chelsea count themselves lucky to not be in Manchester City’s position?
Matt Davies-Adams, Sam Parkin and Luke Bosher assemble in a week which has shaken football.
We discuss the City scandal , before taking a closer look at the season so far and some of the issues that have plagued Xabi Alonso’s side in the early stages of this campaign.
Plus, CFCW get the better of bitter rivals Arsenal - and who’s done what in the international break so far?
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What went so wrong at Brentford?
Chelsea were well beaten by Brentford on Saturday as the Blues collapsed to a 3-0 defeat in west London. Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic’s Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey to look back on a miserable …
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Chelsea were well beaten by Brentford on Saturday as the Blues collapsed to a 3-0 defeat in west London.
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic’s Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey to look back on a miserable afternoon, including another set-piece goal conceded, Chelsea’s problems defending corners, a poor performance from Morgan Rogers and the growing reliance on Cole Palmer, Pedro Neto and Rogers for goals.
We also discuss the absence of Reece James, the surprise midfield pairing of Andrey Santos and Filip Jorgensen, Xabi Alonso’s late substitutions and whether Chelsea’s defensive problems are down to personnel, tactics or both.
Plus, we hear your correspondence and round up the latest from Chelsea’s women’s, Under-21s and Under-18s sides.
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Straight Outta Cobham is The Athletic's dedicated Chelsea show bringing you the very best coverage from behind the scenes at Chelsea. Twice a week, host Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson, Luke Bosher and Sam Parkin to bring you expert analysis, news and insights. Subscribe now.
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Clearlake Capital assume full control - What happens next for Chelsea?
Todd Boehly’s four-year association with the club has come to an end, with Clearlake Capital taking full control of Chelsea FC. So what does the change mean for the club going forward?Matt Davies-Adams is …
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Todd Boehly’s four-year association with the club has come to an end, with Clearlake Capital taking full control of Chelsea FC. So what does the change mean for the club going forward?
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic’s Liam Twomey and Sam Parkin to discuss the ownership change before turning their attention to Friday night’s trip to Brentford.
We look at the likely formation and team news, whether Moises Caicedo will be rested, the latest on Chelsea’s defensive options, Liam’s piece on Malo Gusto and the midfield problem created by injuries.
We also have the latest on Chelsea’s Carabao Cup draw, the women’s return to Stamford Bridge and the academy sides.
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What’s going wrong with Chelsea’s defence?
Chelsea throw away another lead as Hull City fight back to earn a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge. Is Xabi Alonso’s side becoming too reliant on outscoring opponents, and how big a problem is the defence?Matt …
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Chelsea throw away another lead as Hull City fight back to earn a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge. Is Xabi Alonso’s side becoming too reliant on outscoring opponents, and how big a problem is the defence?
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic’s Simon Johnson and Sam Parkin to look back on a frustrating afternoon for Chelsea, including more questions over Malo Gusto, Morgan Rogers’ brilliant start, and the decision-making from Xabi Alonso.
We also discuss whether Penders should get a chance in goal, Chavarria’s case for a start, the latest from the Chelsea ownership group, and how the women’s and academy sides got on at the weekend.
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Nine goal thriller! Chelsea fight back against Leeds
Chelsea 6 - 3 Leeds United. Did you think that was going to be the final score when Brendan Aaronsen put Leeds 2-0 up just after the restart? Chelsea did end up thrilling in Leeds comeback, but are they too …
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Chelsea 6 - 3 Leeds United. Did you think that was going to be the final score when Brendan Aaronsen put Leeds 2-0 up just after the restart? Chelsea did end up thrilling in Leeds comeback, but are they too reliant on Xabi Alonso’s A team?
Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic’s Sam Parkin and Simon Johnson for company to look back an incredibly entertaining night in the Carabao Cup - and look ahead to Hull City on the weekend!
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Humbled or heartened? Chelsea beaten at Arsenal
It’s another defeat for Chelsea at the Emirates, but did Xabi Alonso’s side show they’re closer to Arsenal’s level than they have been in quite a while?Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic’s Liam Twomey and …
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It’s another defeat for Chelsea at the Emirates, but did Xabi Alonso’s side show they’re closer to Arsenal’s level than they have been in quite a while?
Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic’s Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher for company to look back on the 2-1 defeat by the reigning Premier League champions - and look ahead to the visit of Leeds in the third round of the League Cup on Wednesday evening.
Plus, Chelsea Women got their WSL off to a frustrating start, held to a 1-1 draw by Aston Villa. And - can you name a player who’s donned the shirt of Chelsea, Leeds - and Everton?
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Could late deadline day drama cost Chelsea? + Arsenal preview
There was late deadline day drama as Enzo Fernandez’s move to Manchester City was finally confirmed - but the arrival of Lamine Camara collapsed in spectacular fashion at the last moment.Matt Davies-Adams is …
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There was late deadline day drama as Enzo Fernandez’s move to Manchester City was finally confirmed - but the arrival of Lamine Camara collapsed in spectacular fashion at the last moment.
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Sam Parkin and Liam Twomey for a look back on the closing of the transfer window - and a look ahead to Sunday’s first huge test of the season as Chelsea make the trip across London to face champions Arsenal.
Plus, Mudryk trying not to be Spursy, a fresh start for Rob Sanchez in Como - and the start of the WSL season!
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Are Chelsea contenders if they start defending properly?
Chelsea made it back-to-back wins to start the Premier League season in front of a raucous Stamford Bridge - courtesy of a chaotic 4-3 victory over Brighton. Matt Davies-Adams has Simon Johnson and Sam Parkin …
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Chelsea made it back-to-back wins to start the Premier League season in front of a raucous Stamford Bridge - courtesy of a chaotic 4-3 victory over Brighton.
Matt Davies-Adams has Simon Johnson and Sam Parkin for company to look back on the incredibly entertaining win for Xabi Alonso’s side - which showed off the Blues’ attacking prowess, but reiterated the need for more solidity at the back.
We’ve got a full breakdown on Sunday’s game, plus the latest on the futures of Enzo Fernandez and Robert Sanchez with the transfer window closing in less than 36 hours.
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Martinez in, Fernandez out? As Brighton come to town
Chelsea progressed to the third round of the League Cup courtesy of a 2-0 win over Luton Town. Next up, old friends Brighton in the Premier League!Matt Davies-Adams has got Sam Parkin and Luke Bosher for …
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Chelsea progressed to the third round of the League Cup courtesy of a 2-0 win over Luton Town. Next up, old friends Brighton in the Premier League!
Matt Davies-Adams has got Sam Parkin and Luke Bosher for company following the big news that the Blues have agreed a £7.5m deal to sign Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa.
So, is Martinez the player to turn Chelsea into serious contenders? How positive are the early signs under Xabi Alonso? And with the Enzo Fernandez saga seemingly coming to a head following his absence from the squad on Thursday night - do the club have enough midfield cover to cope without him?!
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Palmer's back - but is Sanchez a liability?
Chelsea kicked off their Premier League campaign in style (mostly thanks to a 3-2 victory over Fulham, with Cole Palmer back to his dazzling best but alarm bells ringing again after Robert Sanchez’s errors in …
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Chelsea kicked off their Premier League campaign in style (mostly thanks to a 3-2 victory over Fulham, with Cole Palmer back to his dazzling best but alarm bells ringing again after Robert Sanchez’s errors in goal.
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic’s Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey for all the fallout from Craven Cottage - plus a look ahead to Thursday’s visit of Luton Town in the second round of the League Cup.
Plus - memories of Chelsea’s last cup meeting with the Hatters, the potential transfers of Liam Delap and Mykhailo Mudryk - and another shirt with a connection hanging on the back of Matt’s door…
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Does Alonso make Chelsea genuine challengers?
Do Chelsea head into the 2026-27 Premier League season as serious contenders for titles again?Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher alongside him for a look ahead to Monday's trip …
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Do Chelsea head into the 2026-27 Premier League season as serious contenders for titles again?
Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Liam Twomey and Luke Bosher alongside him for a look ahead to Monday's trip to Fulham as Xabi Alonso's reign in charge officially begins.
Plus - a closer look at the players the Blues are still hoping to shift in the closing stages of the transfer window, some broader predictions about the season as a whole - and big news off the pitch with Todd Boehly and Mark Walter in talks to sell their shares in the club to Clearlake Capital.
HOST: Matt Davies-Adams
WITH: Luke Bosher and Liam Twomey
PRODUCER: Lucy Oliva
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Rogers' debut, emotional Alonso & Enzo's uncertain future
The new Premier League season begins in a week - and there's a sense of belief back at Stamford Bridge after Chelsea's 3-1 win over Real Sociedad in their final pre-season game.Matt Davies-Adams is joined by …
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The new Premier League season begins in a week - and there's a sense of belief back at Stamford Bridge after Chelsea's 3-1 win over Real Sociedad in their final pre-season game.
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Simon Johnson and Luke Bosher for a look back on Xabi Alonso's victorious first game in front of the home fans in SW6.
How well equipped are the Blues heading into Monday's game with Fulham? Did Morgan Rogers live up to the hype? How did the new-look defence perform? What next for Enzo Fernandez? And how genuine is the interest in Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly?!
We'll be back on Thursday for our official build-up to the short trip to Craven Cottage as the season begins under the lights on Monday evening.
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Watch every show via our YouTube channel. Plus, plenty of other content/ trivia/ quizzes/ ways for you to have your say.
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HOST: Matt Davies-Adams
WITH: Luke Bosher and Simon Johnson
PRODUCER: Lucy Oliva
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Pre-season tour takeaways, Chavarria incoming & goodbye Trev
Two weeks to go...Matt Davies Adams is joined by The Athletic's Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey for a look back on Chelsea's pre-season tour exploits following a final two matches in the Far East over the …
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Two weeks to go...
Matt Davies Adams is joined by The Athletic's Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey for a look back on Chelsea's pre-season tour exploits following a final two matches in the Far East over the weekend.
We dissect the 3-0 win over Milan and the feisty 3-3 draw with Malaysian champions Johor Darul Ta'zim - before a wider look at the main learnings for Xabi Alonso in their time on the road.
Could 'unicorn' Marco Palestra prove to be the signing of the season? Will Mike Penders be content to play back-up to Rob Sanchez? And should we be worried about the feelings of a clear A and B team amongst the squad?
Plus, we bid farewell to Cobham kid Trevoh Chalobah - who's signed for Cesc Fabregas' Como, ending a near 20-year association with the club. And - why Pep Chavarría could prove to be one of the Blues' most influential acquisitions.
We'll be back on Monday as we reflect on the visit of Real Sociedad AND gear up for the official return of the Premier League season!
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Watch every show via our YouTube channel from Monday 17th August. Plus, plenty of other content/ trivia/ quizzes/ ways for you to have your say.
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HOST: Matt Davies-Adams
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Mudryk returns as the squad gets bigger
A ban resolved, three players in and a £10m fine… so a pretty quiet week from a Chelsea point of view.Plenty to discuss for Matt Davies-Adams, Simon Johnson and Sam Parkin as Mikhailo Mudryk is officially back …
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A ban resolved, three players in and a £10m fine… so a pretty quiet week from a Chelsea point of view.
Plenty to discuss for Matt Davies-Adams, Simon Johnson and Sam Parkin as Mikhailo Mudryk is officially back and eligible to play for the Blues again.
The 25-year-old’s ban has ended with immediate effect after his doping case was resolved on Friday. Will there still be a place for him in the team? Do we think Cole Palmer will give him his Number 10 shirt back?
There are three new incomings with Danny Welbeck, Valentin Barco and Maxence Lacroix all joining the club, but are the Blues now under pressure to make sales to get the squad size down?
Meanwhile, Chelsea have been fined £10m for breaching rules relating to payments to agents, but have avoided a six point deduction.
AND there’s still even time to chat about matters on the pitch, with Xabi Alonso’s side losing 2-1 to Tottenham in Sydney over the weekend.
Produced by Lucy Oliva and Xavi Bird.
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35s and over to the front please!
Pre-season is officially underway and the Straight Outta Cobham team are here to talk about it.Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Cerys Jones and Simon Johnson from Down Under as the Blues start the Xabi Alonso era …
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Pre-season is officially underway and the Straight Outta Cobham team are here to talk about it.
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Cerys Jones and Simon Johnson from Down Under as the Blues start the Xabi Alonso era with a 6-4 win over Western Sydney Wanderers in Australia.
A nine minute hattrick from Joao Pedro with lots of strong performances from youngsters. So what did the panel make of it all? And what are Simon’s first impressions of the new boss?
Dom Fifield joins to give a little more insight into the benefits of signing Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace.
And Chelsea are close to signing both Jordan Henderson AND Danny Welbeck. Where has this interest in players over 34 come from? And does it signal a change in strategy at the club?
Produced by Lucy Oliva and Xavi Bird
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Morgan Rogers: How has it happened and what will he bring?
Morgan Rogers is going to Chelsea instead of Arsenal and the Straight Outta Cobham team are here to lap it all up.Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey as the Blues set a new British …
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Morgan Rogers is going to Chelsea instead of Arsenal and the Straight Outta Cobham team are here to lap it all up.
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey as the Blues set a new British transfer record of £117m to sign the England attacking midfielder from Aston Villa.
How have they managed to pull this one off? And just how will Rogers fit into Xabi Alonso’s new look squad?
The new boss has spoken to the media for the first time. What does the panel make of what he had to say?
And, now the World Cup is over, we assess who the winners and losers are from a Blues perspective… Enzo Fernandez being the biggest loser of course.
Plus, the team reflect on the life of legendary former owner Ken Bates, who passed away at the age of 94.
Produced by Xavi Bird
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Gianluca Vialli: The Gentleman
It’s three years since a Chelsea great passed away which means it’s only right for a Straight Outta Cobham special.Gianluca Vialli joined Chelsea as a player in 1996 and went on to become one of the club’s most …
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It’s three years since a Chelsea great passed away which means it’s only right for a Straight Outta Cobham special.
Gianluca Vialli joined Chelsea as a player in 1996 and went on to become one of the club’s most significant figures of the pre-Abramovich era.
He helped the Blues win the FA Cup in 1997, before taking over as manager the following season and winning both the League Cup and Cup Winners’ Cup.
In this special episode, Matt Davies-Adams, Simon Johnson and Sam Parkin are joined by Luca Dal Monte, a close childhood friend of Vialli’s and author of the new book “The Gentleman: Gianluca Vialli and How He Changed English Football Forever”.
Produced by Xavi Bird.
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Palestra in + is Fernandez really staying?
Xabi Alonso has made his first official signing as Chelsea manager and Real Madrid have got the Straight Outta Cobham team scratching their heads again.Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Liam Twomey and Cerys Jones …
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Xabi Alonso has made his first official signing as Chelsea manager and Real Madrid have got the Straight Outta Cobham team scratching their heads again.
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Liam Twomey and Cerys Jones to discuss Marco Palestra’s arrival from Atalanta. What might it mean for both Reece James and Malo Gusto?
Will Enzo Fernandez still be Palestra’s teammate at the start of the season? Real Madrid make an official statement saying they have "no intention" of trying to sign the Blues midfielder this summer, but is there still more to come?
Plus, the team go through the final element of our summer squad audit: wingers and number 10s. Will not going to the World Cup be a good thing for Cole Palmer? And is Garnacho potentially on his way out?
Produced by Xavi Bird
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The former head coach who shall not be named + striker audit
Enzo Maresca is officially the new Manchester City manager and, while the rest of the football community pretends to be shocked, Chelsea release a blistering statement about how disappointed they are in their …
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Enzo Maresca is officially the new Manchester City manager and, while the rest of the football community pretends to be shocked, Chelsea release a blistering statement about how disappointed they are in their “former head coach”.
Matt Davies-Adams, Cerys Jones and Sam Parkin react to another tumultuous couple of days at Stamford Bridge, and discuss where this all leaves the club now everything is fully in the open.
Meanwhile, there’s plenty of transfer news with the Blues closing in on Atalanta full back Marco Palestra, whilst also having bid for Sunderland’s Granit Xhaka rejected.
All this plus the conclusion to our squad audit where the team discuss who, apart from Joao Pedro, should be playing up front for Chelsea next season.
Produced by Lucy Oliva and Xavi Bird.
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Midfield Audit: What’s happening with Enzo Fernandez?
It’s part three of the Straight Outta Cobham team’s summer squad review and it’s time to sort out who on earth’s going to be playing in midfield for the Blues next season.Enzo Fernandez is the main name on the …
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It’s part three of the Straight Outta Cobham team’s summer squad review and it’s time to sort out who on earth’s going to be playing in midfield for the Blues next season.
Enzo Fernandez is the main name on the lips of Matt Davies-Adams, Simon Johnson and Cerys Jones. Is he off to Real Madrid? And if so, is it going to take all summer to happen?
Might a disappointing World Cup for Ecuador be a good thing for Moises Caicedo? What does the future hold for Andrey Santos and will Romeo Lavia ever complete 90 minutes in a Chelsea shirt?
The team also look into the fixture schedule for next season and discuss the compensation situation that’s complicated Enzo Maresca’s inevitable switch to become Manchester City manager.
Produced by Lucy Oliva & Xavi Bird.
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