The Ealing Road Podcast

On this week's episode, Mike and Dan reflect on Brentford's 4-2 win over Brighton. To keep our faint hopes of European football alive, the game against the Seagulls was a must-win, and Thomas Frank's side duly obliged. A brace from Bryan Mbeumo - taking his tally to 18 for the season - along with goals from Yoane Wissa and Christian Norgaard took Brentford onto 46 points, and ensured we remained within touching distance of the teams above us. We chat about the impending run-in, Bryan's masterful performance, and look ahead to another crucial game against Champions League chasing Nottingham Forest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike and Craig reflect on a point gained at The Emirates. Brentford travelled to North London to face an Arsenal side that had, in their previous outing, put three past Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final. In light of their second leg against the European Champions, Mikel Arteta made several changes to his side for Saturday's match, but it was the home side that went ahead through Thomas Partey. Yoane Wissa, though, pulled Brentford level in the second half after some fine work down the right from substitute Michael Kayode. We chat about Kayode's impact at The Emirates, whether he deserves to start against Brighton, and Gustavo Nunes' debut for the Bees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Elliot aka @YankeeGunner from the Arsenal Vision Podcast joins Mike to preview Brentford's trip to The Emirates on Saturday night. The Gunners come into the game after a MASSIVE performance in the Champions League in midweek. Two wonderstrikes from Declan Rice and a well-taken goal from Mikel Merino saw Mikel Arteta's side take a three-goal lead into their quarter-final second leg against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu next week. We reflect on that momentous night, analyse David Raya's tenure in North London, and look ahead to the potential changes to Arsenal's side that could come as a result of their prioritisation of the Champions League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, a full house reflects on the 0-0 draw against Chelsea at the Gtech, extending Brentford's winless run at home to 10 matches. The Bees had big chances in the game, but failed to secure what would've been a first home win against their West London rivals in the Premier League. The draw did earn us our first clean sheet of the season at home, though, and we are now mathematically safe from relegation (!). A game to forget, but plenty of talking points to get into. We chat about the lack of attacking depth on Brentford's bench, why watching Kevin Schade can be an extremely frustrating watch at times, and look ahead to Arsenal on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football's back and so are we. Mike, Craig and Dan reflect on the 2-1 defeat at Newcastle on Wednesday night. Bryan Mbeumo had pulled Brentford back into the game from the penalty spot after Alexander Isak's first half opener, but an extraordinary goal from Sandro Tonali meant Newcastle secured all three points. We walk through the goals, analyse the performance of the front three, and look ahead to Chelsea on Sunday. We also chat about the rumours that Matthew Benham is in talks with an investor around securing a minority stake in the club, and there's some England chat around Thomas Tuchel's first games in charge of the Three Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan reflect on another huge performance away from home, this time on the south coast against Bournemouth. You have to go all the way back to 2014 for Bournemouth's last league win against Brentford, and the hoodoo continued at The Vitality on Saturday. Goals from Yoane Wissa and Christian Norgaard completed the turnaround, after Vitaly Janelt's unfortunate own goal in the first half. We dive into the performances of Kevin Schade, Nathan Collins and captain fantastic Christian Norgaard, and we also look ahead to Newcastle away after the international break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike and Dan reflect on the narrow home defeat against Aston Villa, extending Brentford's winless run at home to eight matches in all competitions. Ollie Watkins returned to Brentford to haunt his former side once more. His second half effort - enough to hand Villa the three points - was his sixth goal in seven games against his old employers. We break down the goal, go through some interesting social media talk around the mentality of this team, and debate whether we should've been awarded two penalties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke from the UTV Fan Channel joins Mike to preview Saturday night's clash at the Gtech against Aston Villa. Villa come into the game in decent form, having booked their place in the FA Cup quarter-final, and all but securing their passage to the last eight of the Champions League as well after a comfortable 3-1 victory away at Club Brugge. A win for Brentford would be huge considering Villa's place just above them in the Premier League table, and with not much separating the teams in the race for Europe, it promises to be a cracker. Luke gives his thoughts on Villa's cup exploits this season, which players to look out for, and how Unai Emery will set up his side when they travel to the capital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan reflect on a big win against Leicester away from home, but a disappointing night against an in-form Everton side at the Gtech, in which a late Jake O'Brien goal rescued a deserved points for the Toffees. Everton's red-hot Beto will be wondering how he didn't add to his impressive tally under David Moyes after Ethan Pinnock handed the striker three one-on-ones only for Mark Flekken to come out on top on all three occasions. We talk about Pinnock's decline this season and whether his time as our first choice centre-back is over. Keane Lewis-Potter squandered a glorious opportunity to put the game to bed, and was punished minutes later by O'Brien's late diving header at the back post. We look at that chance, Yehor Yarmolyuk and Kevin Schade's performances, and the bigger picture around our European ambitions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan reflect on another three points on the road, this time away at West Ham. When Teams Like Brentford come to town, West Ham (and other big clubs) normally expect three points... but we're not quite sure why Hammers fans in particular are so entitled considering our record against them! We walk through the performance of the front three and why we should've been home and dry by half-time, another HUGE shift from Keane Lewis-Potter at left-back, and Nathan Collins' continued excellence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike and Dan reflect on another disappointing day at home, this time against an out-of-form Spurs side. An own goal from Vitaly Janelt set up another frustrating afternoon at the Gtech in another game where the Bees failed to break down a side who were comfortable to defend for 90 minutes. We take a look at Thomas Frank's game management, the ensuing injury crisis, and a trip to east London next weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Callum reflect on a HUGE three point away at Crystal Palace. Brentford travelled to Selhurst Park having only one once away from home all season, while the Eagles came into the game in a rich vein of form, unbeaten in ten Premier League games. But it was Thomas Frank's side who came out on top in south London. Second half goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Kevin Schade gave the Bees a two-goal cushion, and despite a late goal from the hosts, we hung on to secure our second successive victory on the road. Could we see any outgoings in January? Do the Palace fans have any reason to be disgruntled with the result? How will we far against Spurs on Sunday? ALL DISCUSSED! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan reflect on the late 2-0 defeat at home to Liverpool. The league-leaders dominated the game throughout, but despite registering 37 shots, created few chances of note in what was a spirited defensive performance from Thomas Frank's side. We chat about our midfield options going forward, possible changes in the backline with Rico Henry coming back into the fold, and how the second half of the season might go. Also get the latest news around the January transfer window as rumours of potential outgoings emerge, and we preview our tip to Crystal Palace on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike and Dan reflect on FA Cup misery at home to Plymouth, followed up by a game-of-the-season contender against Manchester City. Thomas Frank made seven changes to his side for bottom-of-the-Championship Plymouth's visit to the Gtech at the weekend, and Brentford paid the price, losing to a late Morgan Whittaker goal and exiting the cup in the third round. Dan delves into an identity crisis, and talks about Thomas Frank's prioritisation of the league over cup competitions. That was followed up by yet another ding-dong game at home, with champions Man City coming to town. From two goals down, the Bees fought back to salvage a draw, with captain Christian Norgaard shining in midfield. Could we have won the game? How important is Norgaard to this Brentford team? How do we set up against Liverpool? ALL DISCUSSED... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Mooney from The Blue Moon Podcast joins Mike to preview Manchester City's visit to the Gtech on Tuesday night. Brentford bowed out of the FA Cup following a shock third round defeat to bottom-of-the-Championship Plymouth Argyle, but Thomas Frank's side have the chance to bounce back against a Man City side that are far from their formidable best. What's gone wrong at City this season? Where do they need to strengthen in January? And will Frank opt for the same gameplan that almost saw Brentford get another famous result at The Etihad in the reverse fixture at the start of the campaign? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan reflect on OUR FIRST AWAY WIN OF THE SEASON! We briefly look back on defeat against Arsenal before tucking into a 5-0 away win at St. Mary's. An attacking lineup eased its way through a bottom-of-the-league Saints defence, and gave Thomas Frank's side its first victory on the road this season... only took until 2025! We chat through an outstanding Tweet of the Week, the never-ending brilliance of Mikkel Damsgaard, Bryan Mbeumo's stock, and our upcoming fixtures in cup and league. This one was A LOT of fun... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Dan, Craig and Miranda reflect on our first home defeat of the season against Nott'm Forest, as well as the 0-0 draw at Brighton, and ANOTHER injury crisis… Nuno Espirito Santo's high-flying Forest showcased as a defensive performance for the ages. The first team to prevent us from scoring at the Gtech this season, the visitors were worthy of the three points - we take a look at why we just couldn't break them down. But we had the chance to respond at Brighton after Christmas, and in the end, we settled for a point at The Amex, surviving an onslaught in the first half but showing attacking intent in the second. Mads Roerslev produces his best performance of the season, and there are Premier League debuts for Kim Ji-Soo and Hákon Valdimarsson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan reflect back on back-to-back losses in league and cup. A spirited second half performance wasn't enough to overturn a two-goal deficit against Chelsea, meaning our run of three consecutive wins at Stamford Bridge came to end. On another day, a point could've been a fair result, but our miserable record away from home continues. We were afforded a chance to bounce back in midweek against Newcastle in the League Cup quarterfinal, but a much-changed Brentford XI were comprehensively beaten by a Magpies side who we comprehensively beat a week before... how did that happen? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan reflect on yet another three points at home, this time against Eddie Howe's Newcastle. We needed a response after a poor showing away from home against Villa, and that's exactly what we got. An attacking lineup was justified by sublime finishes from Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa, and we demonstrated defensive solidity in the second half too! Second half goals from Nathan Collins and Kevin Schade rounded off a comfortable win at home, against probably the toughest opposition we've faced at the Gtech... Yehor Yarmoluik's brilliance, front three options and Chelsea away ALL DISCUSSED! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Callum and Dan discuss another loss on the road, this time at Villa Park. Fresh from a 4-1 thumping of Leicester at the Gtech, the Bees travelled to Birmingham in good spirits, but a 13-minute spell - in which Villa put three past us - meant it would be defeat on our travels yet again. How big a loss was Christian Norgaard in midfield? Is Ethan Pinnock on the decline? Did Thomas Frank get his substitutions wrong? ALL discussed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, a full house dissects yet another three points at home, this time against Leicester City. Kevin Schade - after a a difficult start to the campaign - FINALLY gets his moment in the limelight, bagging a fantastic hat-trick and sending Brentford on their way to a comfortable 4-1 victory. How much can we take from our home games? How far off are we? Can we beat Villa in midweek - ALL DISCUSSED! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jake Watson from the Big Strong Leicester Boys Podcast joins Mike to give the lowdown on the Foxes ahead of Saturday's clash at the Gtech. Steve Cooper SACKED, Ruud van Nistelrooy IN. That was the story that unfolded this week and Jake has the inside story on how it happened. What's gone wrong this season? Who's accountable? How will the game go this weekend? ALL discussed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Callum, Craig and Dan reflect on a hard-fought point at Goodison Park. In a game that wasn't likely to produce many goals, Christian Norgaard's controversial red card just before half-time did little to help the quality of the game. A gritty second half performance - in which 10-man Brentford were the better team - earned Thomas Frank's side their first point on the road this season. We analyse the red card decision, Bryan Mbeumo's performance, Igor Thiago's debut off the bench, and Leicester at home this weekend... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan dissect another pulsating afternoon at the Gtech. Brentford run out 3-2 winners against in-form Bournemouth, coming from behind twice to secure all three points and leave us just three points off third... The boys discuss the form of Vitaly Janelt and Christian Norgaard in midfield, while giving the usual flowers to Mikkel Damsgaard and Keane Lewis-Potter. We also chat about the season so far, and look ahead to the upcoming fixtures after the international break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan dissect a miserable night at Craven Cottage against Fulham in the west London derby... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Craig, Dan and Miranda (and Callum for about 10mins...) dissect the crazy 4-3 win over Ipswich at the Gtech on Saturday. Keane Lewis-Potter's best performance in a Bees shirt, sloppy defending costing us at the back, and just the small occasion of a trip to Fulham up next in the league... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kally (aka Black Country Tractor Boy) joins Mike to give the lowdown on Ipswich Town ahead of Saturday's game at the Gtech. Chiedozie Ogbene returns to Brentford as the Bees look to put the 2-1 defeat at Old Trafford behind them. The future of Kieran McKenna, the impact of Town's summer signings, and danger men to look out for all discussed... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan reflect on the 2-1 defeat at Old Trafford against Manchester United. Ethan Pinnock's header in first half stoppage time saw the Bees take a 1-0 lead into the interval, but second half goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund made it four defeats from four on the road for Thomas Frank's side. We chat about dropping points from winnings positions, Kevin Schade's form, and the changes we'd like to see for Ipswich at home... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig, Dan and Ealing Road debutant Miranda reflect on a five-star performance against Wolves. Another early goal - this time from Nathan Collins - sent the Bees on their way to a more-comfortable-than-the-scoreline suggests 5-3 win over Gary O'Neil's Wolves. Mikkel Damsgaard shines, Ethan Pinnock has his best performance of the season, and Old Trafford awaits after the international break... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Dan and Craig reflect on a tame 1-1 draw against West Ham at the Gtech. Brentford become the first team in Premier League history to score in the first minute of three consecutive games, but again, fail to pick up three points. The boys talk Keane Lewis-Potter after some frustration from the fans, as well as Fabio Carvalho's start to life at the Bees. We also talk about the injury situation at Brentford with eight first team players already out just six games into the season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will from the We Are West Ham Podcast joins Mike to give the lowdown on the Hammers ahead of Saturday's clash at the Gtech. Julen Lopetegui's start to his tenure in east London has left fans underwhelmed. Will speaks about the lack of a discernible style of play, summer signings that haven't hit the ground running, and Brentford's record against West Ham in the Premier League... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig, Dan AND Callum reflect on the 3-1 defeat at Spurs. Dan dissects an uncharacteristically poor day at the office for some of Brentford's best players; Callum has a spirited rant about the officiating, and Craig explains why Bees fans shouldn't be too disheartened about the result. This one is a must-listen... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Flav Bateman of The Fighting Cock joins Mike to give the lowdown on Spurs ahead of our trip to north London on Saturday... Flav talks about Ange Postecoglu's style, Brennan Johnson's form, and their dramatic win vs Coventry last time out. Was the fallout to the north London derby over the top? Where can Brentford hurt Spurs? All discussed... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike and Craig look back on a positive performance at the home of the champions. We fell to a 2-1 defeat thanks to a brace from Erling Haaland, but Yoane Wissa's early goal had us dreaming of another famous day at The Etihad. Yoane Wissa's injury, chances in the first half, and Pep's post-match comments all discussed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Jon Mackenzie of The Athletic joins Mike and Craig to discuss what to expect from Brentford this season. We also chat about Brentford's time in the Premier League as a whole, tactical summary of this season, Bernardo Cueva's impact, and Thomas Frank's future. This is a good one...

On this week's episode, Mike and Craig dissect the 3-1 win over Southampton at the Gtech on Saturday. We kick things off with a news segment, discussing Ivan Toney's departure to Saudi Arabia, a season-ending injury for Aaron Hickey (again), and we chat about our deadline day signing Jayden Meghoma. Mikkel Damsgaard impresses, as does Bryan Mbeumo, and we assess our start to the 2024/25 season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Saints expert Martin Sanders joins Mike to give the lowdown on Southampton ahead of their trip to the Gtech on Saturday. We discuss Southampton players to look out for, impending transfer business, a lack of quality in their final third, and Saturday's game... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan reflect on the 2-0 defeat against Liverpool at Anfield. We also discuss the latest transfer activity including the news of Nottingham Forest's £15million bid for Yoane Wissa, Chelsea's rumoured interest in Ivan Toney, and the arrival of Gustavo Nunes from Gremio. Stay till the end for looks ahead to Colchester in the Carabao Cup, and Southampton at home on Saturday... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Neil Atkinson of The Anfield Wrap catches up with Mike ahead of the Liverpool game on Sunday. We talk Liverpool's start to the season, the signings of Fabio Carvalho and Sepp van den Berg, AND how Bryan Mbeumo can hurt the Reds at Anfield... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Mike, Craig and Dan for the first episode of the 2023/24 season! The boys dissect opening day triumph against Oliver Glasner's Crystal Palace, including analysis of a dynamic performance from a front three that will cause teams a lot of problems. It looks like Ivan Toney will complete a move away from Brentford before the window shuts after he was left out of the starting lineup... Where will he go? How will we cope without him? Are you happy he's leaving? All of that, plus plenty more, including a brief preview of Liverpool on Sunday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike and Craig look ahead to Brentford's fourth consecutive season in the Premier League. Reflection on last season, transfer business, the prospect of a fully fit Ivan Toney and general PL predictions all discussed... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, scorer of THAT goal in the playoff final, and certified Brentford legend, Emiliano Marcondes joins Mike and Craig to go over his time at the club. Joining Brentford, playoff heartbreak - and triumph - and your questions ALL discussed. This one is a belter... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig, Callum and Dan reflect on more EUROs heartbreak for England. Harry Kane's final tournament, Gareth Southgate's departure, and his potential successors all discussed... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig, Callum and Dan reflect on an incredible night for England at EURO 2024. Gareth Southgate's side reach the final thanks to a last-minute winner from Brentford's very own Ollie Watkins. Kobbie Mainoo flawless again, Phil Foden's finding his groove... can England go all the way? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan dissect England's penalty shootout victory over Switzerland in the semi-finals. Harry Kane continues to disappoint, Ivan Toney continues to seize his opportunities, and Bukayo Saka gets his redemption moment... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Callum dissect England's last-gasp win against Slovakia at EURO 2024. Callum - our reporter on the ground - shares his experiences of following England in Germany, we all discuss the changes needed for Switzerland, and another Brentford transfer falling through after Archie Gray chooses Spurs... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan dissect England's opening two games at EURO 2024. The Trent Alexander-Arnold problem, Phil Foden on the left, and the changes that we think should be made are all discussed. We also talk about Thomas Frank's punditry exploits in Germany, as well as Brentford's Danish representatives at the tournament... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay Harris sits down with Mike for part two of our End of Season Review. We dissect Ivan Toney's return, frustration with formations, Bryan Mbeumo's future, and the summer transfer window... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, The Athletic's Brentford correspondent for Brentford last season - and long-time friend of the podcast - Jay Harris joins Mike for an end of season wrap. Hear about the future of Thomas Frank, injuries to key players, and the Mark Flekken's first season at the Bees... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, a full house dissect final day defeat, reflect on some post-season thoughts - including the future of Thomas Frank - and hand out our end of season awards... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Mike, Craig and Dan dissect the 2-1 victory over Bournemouth in the last away game of the season, answer the question: "what do players have to do to get a chant?", and look ahead to the final day of the season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices