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Matt Davies is joined by Matt Davies-Adams and Mikey Clarke to react to Nottingham Forest's Premier League fixture list for the 2026/27 season, plus we discuss the latest on Elliot Anderson as Fabrizio Romano says a deal is close. #nffc #nottinghamforest
We're holding a Forest Focus summer quiz classic as 16 podcast friends and regulars go head to head for the title in one v battles starting with Matt Davies vs Matt Davies-Adams in a last 16 tie.
For the final time this season, Matt Davies-Adams, Sam Parkin and Adrian Clarke get together to chat all things EFL. This week it's all about the Playoff Finals as the chaps assess the baking hot Wembley showdowns in The Championship, League One and League Two.Our partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Matt Davies-Adams, Sam Parkin and Adrian Clarke react to the shock news that Southampton have been expelled from the playoffs before previewing the final between Hull city and Middlesbrough.There's also a preview of the League One showdown between Stockport County and Bolton Wanderers and we hear from Notts County keeper and supporter James Belshaw ahead of the Magpies League Two final against Salford City Our partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Matt Davies is joined by Daniel Storey and Matt Davies-Adams as we answer your questions on all things Nottingham Forest. Well the questions are mostly about next season in fact when it comes to what is a realistic target for the team and who are realistic targets to sign. We discuss Elliot Anderson, Murillo, Morgan Gibbs-White and James McAtee among current players, while names on the agenda as possible signings range from Hayden Hackney to Djed Spence, Kieran Trippier and Brennan Johnson. #nffc #nottinghamforest
Matt Davies-Adams, Sam Parkin and Adrian Clarke react to Hull booking their place in The Championship playoff final as well as giving their verdict on Southampton's spygate saga. There's also reviews and previews of the semis in League One and League Two, managerial news involving Mousinho and Manning plus predictions, tweet of the week and more Our partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Nottingham Forest have a slight edge in their Europa League semi-final against Aston Villa after Chris Wood's penalty gave them a 1-0 at the City Ground. We reflect on the game and react to Villa's complaints that Elliot Anderson should have been sent off for his tackle on Ollie Watkins. We also preview the Premier League game at Chelsea as Forest look for the win which could secure their top flight future on a weekend when Leeds United host Burnley, West Ham go to Brentford and Spurs face Villa. Matt Davies is joined by Emily Williamson, Matt Davies-Adams and Mikey Clarke. #nffc #nottinghamforest
Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin reflect on the 2-2 draw between Southampton and Ipswich Town on Tuesday night before turning their attention to the last day of the season, running through all the permutations and possibilities across The Championship, League One and League TwoOur partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Nottingham Forest have come along way in the last few years as they secured a place in the Europa League semi-finals after beating FC Porto 2-1 on aggregate. Aston Villa await but Forest remain entrenched in the Premier League relegation battle with a huge game against Burney at the City Ground to come on Sunday. We'll reflect on the Porto win and preview the Burnley game as Forest have injury worries over Chris Wood, Callum-Hudson-Odoi and Murillo, while Elliot Anderson could miss the game after the death of his mother. Matt Davies is joined by Daniel Storey, Matt Davies-Adams and Rob Adcock. #nffc #nottinghamforest
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin to discuss Ipswich's derby delight, the fascinating scrap for survival in The Championship, Luton's Wembley win, Wimbledon's slump and a huge game at the bottom of League Two Our partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
It's the annual What The EFL?! Easter special as we sort the good from the bad after one of the key weekend's of the season. There's also predictions, tweet of the week and the usual fun with Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam ParkinOur partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Matt Davies-Adams, Sam Parkin and Adrian Clarke look ahead to the best of the Good Friday action and discuss some baffling managerial appointments Our partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Nottingham Forest face one of their biggest games in the last five years when they go to Tottenham Hotspur in a true relegation six pointer at the bottom of the Premier League on Sunday. We'll preview that game in full, reflect on the Europa League win over Midtjylland and discuss Thomas Tuchel's decision to leave Morgan Gibbs-Whiteout of the England squad as Matt Davies is joined by Matt Davies-Adams, Michael Temple and Pete Blackburn #nffc #nottinghamforest
Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin talk through Derby's big win at Fratton Park on Monday night before previewing Blackburn v Boro, Ipswich v Millwall and Southampton v Oxford. There's also a thorough dissection of the managerial changes at Northampton, Tranmere, Walsall and barrow plus predictions and tweet of the week Our partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
In a change from the usual format, Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin predict what's going to happen between now and the end of the season across The Championship, League One and League Two, from most likely to cruise to promotion, to most likely to blow it as well as surprise relegation candidates, player of the year winners and plenty more besides.Our partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin round up the weekend's EFL action as West Brom are plunged further into crisis, Hull add more credence to their promotion credentials, Bolton thrash Exeter and Reading and Gillingham leave it really late.There's also club admin beef, predictions and more!Our partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin discuss everything EFL, from Snoop Dogg at Swansea to Joe Hart at Shrewsbury plus Eric Ramsey's sacking, reviews and previews!Our partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Matt Davies is joined by Matt Davies-Adams and Daniel Storey for our latest Nottingham Forest Q&A with Forest Focus listeners. Topics on the agenda include the number of points needed to stay in the Premier League, what would a combined Forest, West Ham and Tottenham XI look like and how to get Forest scoring more goals. #nffc #nottinghamforest
Matt Davies-Adams and Adrian Clarke discuss the massive Monday night match up in The Championship - Adrian was on hand to see Coventry beat Middlesbrough. Our friend and TalkSPORT EFL expert Ian Danter then joins to talk all things Birmingham City before previews of Blackburn v Preston and the steel city derby.Throw in predictions, tweet of the week and the usual fun and you've got a pod!Our partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
On this week's pod, Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin react to Watford's left field managerial appointment and the departure of Ryan Lowe from Wigan. There's plenty of praise for Middlesbrough after they go top of the Championship plus previews of Portsmouth v Sheffield United, Derby v Swansea, Reading v Wycombe and Bromley v Notts County. Add in some potential cupsets, predictions and a cracking tweet of the week and you've got a pod!Our partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin discuss the transfers that could change their new teams as well as the managerial manoeuvres at Watford and BlackburnThere are also previews of Derby V Ipswich, Wrexham v Millwall, Luton v Bradford and Harrogate v Cambridge plus predictions, tweet of the week and the usual funOur partners Quinn Bet have an offer: you can get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Matt Davies is joined by Matt Davies-Adams, Paul Morley and Pete Blackburn as we answer Nottingham Forest questions from podcast listeners with topics on the agenda including Sean Dyche's future (lots on that), alternative managers, strikers to sign and our best and worst Forest seasons. We also touch on the latest transfer news as The Athletic says Olympiacos' Mehdi Taremi is the striker we are most keen and likely to sign from their reported four man shortlist, while David Ornstein also says we are interested in Bournemouth's Marcus Tavernier. #nffc #nottinghamforest
On our first episode of 2026, Matt Davies-Adams asks Sam Parkin and Adrian Clarke who caught their eye over the always hectic festive period in the EFL.We analyse Wrexham, Watford, Middlesbrough, Millwall, Blackburn and Norwich in The Championship, Lincoln, Huddersfield, Reading and Bradford in League One and Harrogate and Cambridge in League Two.There's also our verdict on Ryan Mason's departure from West Brom plus predictions and Tweet of the Week!If you enjoy the show, please take a moment to give us a 5 star rating on your preferred podcast platform Our partners Quinn Bet have a NEW offer: you can now get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Matt Davies is joined by Matt Davies-Adams and Daniel Storey as we answer Nottingham Forest questions from listeners. Topics include how high Forest can finish in the Premier League, Sean Dyche's future, 25 man squad changes in January and the club with the best walk-on music. #nffc #nottinghamforest
It's another packed show as Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin discuss Abdul Fatawu's wonder goal and Steve Evans imminent arrival in Bristol as well as looking ahead to the best of the weekend's upcoming action (including a long overdue welsh derby), plus predictions, tweet of the week and more! It's time for our Christmas break so we'll catch up with you again in 2026. Please subscribe, rate and review! Our partners Quinn Bet have a NEW offer: you can now get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Matt Davies-Adams, Sam Parkin and Adrian Clarke celebrate the return of a full EFL fixture list on this week's pod. There's news of the new Norwich manager and pontification on the ponderousness of Middlesbrough, Southampton and Swansea in their hunt for a new boss whilst Newport are also in the hunt for a new gaffa We Preview Preston v Blackburn, Bristol City v Swansea and Coventry v West Brom in The Championship. Then, John Aizlewood, author of before you go - a story of a father and son attending every Stevenage game last season - joins the pod to discuss the book. There's also previews of Bolton v Bradford and Swindon v Grimsby plus predictions and tweet of the week Our partners Quinn Bet have a NEW offer: you can now get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Nottingham Forest are back in Europa League action when they go to Austria to take on Sturm Graz. With Forest 19th in the Premier League and facing a massive game against Leeds United on Sunday, the big question is how many changes will Sean Dyche make? Matt Davies is joined by Greg Mitchell and Matt Davies-Adams to preview the game in full and the team we would like to see start. #nffc #nottinghamforest
Matt Davies-Adams, Sam Parkin and Adrian Clarke focus on a busy and incident filled weekend in The Championship with one manager fired and plenty more getting closer to seeking alternative employment Our partners Quinn Bet have a NEW offer: you can now get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Matt Davies-Adams, Sam Parkin and Adrian Clarke discuss Sheffield Wednesday's optimistic administration, managerial exits at Peterborough and Reading and the best of the weekend's EFL action Our partners Quinn Bet have a NEW offer: you can now get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Join us for a slightly different but very fun pod. Matt Davies-Adams and Sam Parkin hear from Leicester boss Marti Cifuentes after his side's draw with Portsmouth on Saturday. The boys then welcome long time friend of the show and AFC Wimbledon boss Johnnie Jackson on for a natter about The Dons brilliant start to life back in League One (and a sopranos quiz) And completing the hat trick, we're joined by Barnet gaffa Dean Brennan who talks everything from life in the EFL to the rising cost of Nandos. Chuck in some chat on some under pressure Championship managers, Ian's Evattable return to Blackpool, predicitions and Tweet of the week and you've got a great show! Do us a favour please, leave us a nice review on your preferred podcast platform. Also: Our partners Quinn Bet have a NEW offer: you can now get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20
Nottingham Forest have endured a miserable couple of months since the first two unbeaten games of the season. Ange Postecoglou has yet to win in seven games as manager and fans already want him to be sacked. Can he get them onside to at least some degree with a win against Chelsea? We'll preview the Premier League game in full as Matt Davies is joined by Matt Davies-Adams and Mikey Clarke. #nffc #nottinghamforest
David talks to Forest fan, podcaster and Chelsea commentator Matt Davies-Adams
Matt Davies-Adams, Sam Parkin and Adrian Clarke are here with your weekly EFL check in. This week there's a chat about who might do what and why in The championship, news and views on two managerial departures in League One and previews of some of the weekend's big games as well as the usual predictions and tweet of the week fun. Our partners Quinn Bet have a NEW offer: you can now get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20 Plus check out our weekly boosted acca here https://www.quinnbet.com/uk/sports/specials/event/what-the-efl-weekly-odds-boost-ods-37416
Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin are here to discuss the fortunes of Southampton, Middlesbrough, Charlton, Blackburn, Watford, Hull, Sheffield United, Northampton, Bolton, Peterborough, Lincoln, Huddersfield, AFC Wimbledon, Colchester United, Newport and Walsall! There's also, predictions, tweet of the week and more Our partners Quinn Bet have a NEW offer: you can now get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly” https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20 PLUS check out our enhanced EFL acca for the weekend here https://www.quinnbet.com/uk/sports/specials/event/what-the-efl-weekly-odds-boost-ods-35312
Matt Davies-Adams, Sam Parkin and Adrian Clarke look back on the weekend that was in the EFL and ahead to the big games coming up this weekend CHAMPIONSHIP the weekend in brief and then Reviews of Norwich 2-3 Wrexham and Hull 3-1 Southampton, previews of Coventry v Birmingham and Ipswich v Portsmouth LEAGUE ONE the weekend in brief and then reviews of Lincoln 3-1 Luton and Cardiff 1-3 Bradford, preview of Leyton Orient v Stevenage LEAGUE TWO the weekend in brief and then a review of MK Dons 1-2 Accrington and a preview of Crewe v Notts County plus predictions and tweet of the week https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20 Our partners Quinn Bet have a NEW offer: you can now get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly”
Nottingham Forest take on Swansea City in the Carabao Cup third round on Wednesday as Ange Postecoglou looks to pick up his first win as manager. We'll discuss the game in full and who should start, plus we look at the possible departure of a key man at Forest in head of recruitment Pedro Ferreira. Matt Davies is joined by Matt Davies-Adams and Pete Blackburn. #nffc #nottinghamforest
Matt Davies-Adams, Adrian Clarke and Sam Parkin are back to discuss which squads look stronger post transfer window (Birmingham, West Brom, Bolton and Salford). Adrian was at Doncaster v Bradford and Sam at Bromley v Gillingham so they get analysed before previews of 3 big Championship games this weekend as Ipswich host Sheffield United, Leicester go to Oxford and the south coast derby between Southampton and Portsmouth returns! https://quinnbet.click/o/L5trHE?lpage=T4KU20 Our partners Quinn Bet have a NEW offer: you can now get 50% back up to £25. If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £25 (min 3 bets). Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly”
Nottingham Forest midfielder Ibrahim Sangare could make a surprise move to West Ham late in the transfer window after a loan bid was reportedly lodged. We'll discuss that news in full and the latest transfer stories as Forest are linked with numerous full-backs - Joaquin Seys (Club Brugge), Victor Kristiansen (Leicester City), Nahuel Molina (Atletico Madrid), Lutsharel Geetruida (RB Leipzig) and Nicolo Savona (Juventus). Also on the agenda is West Ham plunging further into crisis as Matt Davies is joined by Emily Anderson and Matt Davies-Adams. #nffc #nottinghamforest
28 games later...Matt Davies-Adams has got Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey with him to look back on Friday night's 2-1 victory over Palmeiras. The Athletic's Senior Data Analyst Mark Carey was in Philadelphia for the game and sends us his thoughts - before we take a closer look at Cole Palmer's return to the scoresheet, the hugely impressive debut of João Pedro who was literally just on the beach a few days earlier - and a look at how Andrey Santos faired after his late call up to the starting XI.So, next up it's the Blues' third meeting with a Brazilian side in the tournament as they take on Thiago Silva's Fluminense at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. We look ahead to the game and ponder whether Nicolas Jackson will be left out in the cold again?Finally, we've got the latest transfer news with Jamie Gittens officially announced as a Chelsea player - plus the latest on Noni Madueke's potential departure to Arsenal... We'll be back on Thursday to look back at the semi-final showdown with Fluminense... and look ahead to Sunday's final?! HOST: Matt Davies-Adams WITH: Liam Twomey, Simon Johnson and Mark Carey PRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Back in the summer of 2020, Jimbo and co passed the time reviewing classic Premier League campaigns.Here from the vault, we bring you the thoughts of Michael Cox, Daniel Storey and Matt Davies-Adams on that time where Arsenal went the whole season unbeaten. You may have heard of it.It was the arrival of Roman Abramovich at Chelsea that shook English football to its core with unprecedented levels of spending in the summer of 2003. But Arsene Wenger's Gunners were the team that made history and lifted the title. And all on ITV.The unbeaten record could have gone early in the campaign as Ruud van Nistelrooy lined up to take a penalty at Old Trafford…Elsewhere, it's a season that will be remembered for Leeds' relegation, Ronaldo's debut and the most Spursy game ever.Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: How good were the Invincibles? (02.00)• PART 1b: The Battle of Old Trafford (09.00) • PART 1c: Chelsea's spending spree (13.30)• PART 1d: Match of the Day on ITV (17.00)• PART 1e: Cristiano Ronaldo debuts in the Premier League (20.00)• PART 1f: Charlton, Bolton and Pompey flying high (22.00)• PART 2a: The ultimate Spursy game (27.00)• PART 2b: Leeds relegated (29.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Estêvão Derby is upon us... Matt Davies-Adams has got Liam Twomey and Sam Parkin back with him to look ahead to Friday night's Club World Cup quarter-final against Palmeiras in Philadelphia. Brazilian football aficionado Jack Lang pops by for a closer look at the Blues' opponents - and what we should expect from Estêvão going forward...We've got reflections on Kepa's departure (we'll always have the 2019 Carabao Cup Final, ey?!) - excitement around what João Pedro could bring to the squad, and a quiz!We'll be back on Monday to review the Palmeiras clash and with any luck be looking ahead to a semi-final tie as the CWC enters the final stages... HOST: Matt Davies-Adams WITH: Liam Twomey, Sam Parkin & Jack LangPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We hope no one had any plans on Sunday morning...Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Luke Bosher and Simon Johnson alongside him to look back on the bonkers 4-1 (AET) victory over Benfica in a crazy match that lasted more than four hours and included a near two-hour delay due to extreme weather.We discuss the pretty farcical scenes in Charlotte which the Blues boss labelled a 'joke', the wonderful resurgence of Reece James who looks well and truly back to his best - and we salute Christopher Nkunku's contribution - even if he still looks set to leave the club after the tournament! Elsewhere, there have been some eye-catching transfer developments with the news that João Pedro and Jamie Gittens look to officially be on their way to Stamford Bridge. What do those signings mean for the current crop of attacking talent and what will they bring to Enzo Maresca's side?We'll be back on Thursday to look ahead to the last eight showdown with Palmeiras in the early hours of Saturday morning in the UK!HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Luke Bosher and Simon JohnsonPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Back in the summer of 2020, Jimbo and co passed the time reviewing classic Premier League campaigns.Here from the vault, we bring you the thoughts of Michael Cox, Daniel Storey and Matt Davies-Adams on the 1998/99 season, when there were many twists and turns but one team won it all.It was the best season ever to be a Man United fan with Sir Alex Ferguson's side taken right down to the wire but winning the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League. But what else about 98/99 have you forgotten?Di Canio shoving a referee? Liverpool having joint managers? West Ham finishing 5th?Relive one of the most dramatic seasons in Premier League history.Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Gullit joins Newcastle (04.00)• PART 1b: John Gregory's Aston Villa (06.30) • PART 1c: West Ham finish 5th (09.00)• PART 1d: Paolo Di Canio versus Paul Alcock (10.30)• PART 2a: A three-way title race (15.00)• PART 2b: Forest relegated, Van Hooijdonk on strike (25.00)• PART 2c: Houllier/Evans at Liverpool (28.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Bank of America Stadium awaits...Matt Davies-Adams has got Liam Twomey and Sam Parkin in tow for your latest dose of Club World Cup chatter!We start with the MD3 3-0 victory over ES Tunis on Tuesday night in a balmy Philadelphia which saw the much-changed Blues comfortably wrap up 2nd place in the group - and arguably a much more favourable route to the final... Then, attention turns to Charlotte and Saturday's last 16 meeting with Portuguese powerhouse Benfica. With so much history between the two clubs - it would be remise of Matt not to conduct a quiz...We'll be back on Monday to review Saturday's Benfica showdown and hopefully have a quarterfinal to look forward to!HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey and Sam ParkinPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We didn't want to go to Miami anyway...Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson alongside him to look back on the 3-1 defeat by Flamengo in Philadelphia which means there's work to do if they want to progress to the knockout stages of the Club World Cup.We talk Nicolas Jackson's red, more confusing selection and tactical decisions, Cole Palmer's struggles and whether we should be cutting this group more slack given the circumstances...So it's a shootout for second place in the group on Tuesday night in Philly as Enzo Maresca's side take on Es Tunis. What can we expect from them - and what do we want to see from Chelsea as they look to bounce back from Friday's disappointment? Elsewhere, we react to the news that Mykhailo Mudryk has been charged by the FA with violating its anti-doping rules - and could now face up to a four-year ban.We'll be back on Thursday to discuss all the fallout from the ES Tunis game - and hope that the Blues have set up a round of 16 tie to look forward to on Saturday night!HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Simon Johnson and Liam TwomeyPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jimbo welcomes Daniel Storey, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Matt Davies-Adams to the pod with the first few days of the Club World Cup in the books.Chelsea beat LAFC thanks to a helpful cameo from Liam Delap in front of a largely empty stadium. Bayern are 10-0 winners over amateur Auckland. Was Ander Herrera the person that made us feel something about the Club World Cup?Florian Wirtz is almost a Liverpool player. How will he strengthen Liverpool and are Arne Slot's side stretching even further clear of their rivals?Gennaro Gattuso is the new Italy manager. And are Brentford about to take a massive gamble on their new manager?Plus the situation at Sheffield Wednesday and the situation surrounding Palace's place in Europe.Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Chelsea 2-0 LAFC (04.00)• PART 2a: Boca-Benfica, Bayern hit 10 and more CWC (13.00) • PART 2b: Palace, Forest and European complications (24.00)• PART 3a: Wirtz set to further strengthen Liverpool (30.00)• PART 3b: Who next for Brentford? (40.00)• PART 4a: The state of Sheffield Wednesday (45.00)• PART 4b: Gattuso becomes Italy manager (47.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Back in the summer of 2020, Jimbo and co passed the time reviewing classic Premier League campaigns.Here from the vault, we bring you the thoughts of Michael Cox, Daniel Storey and Matt Davies-Adams on the 1994/95 season - the first time the title race went to the final day.This was the season where Blackburn won their first title in 81 years and Alan Shearer was snubbed for the Ballon d'Or.Man United's season was defined by Eric Cantona's kung-fu kick at Selhurst Park and the shock mid-season swoop for Andy Cole.Plus four teams going down, Arsenal's disastrous year and the impact of Jurgen Klinsmann on the Premier League. Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Forest finishing 3rd! (03.00)• PART 1b: Klinsmann's impact on the PL (07.00) • PART 1c: Dalglish's Blackburn bidding for the title (11.00)• PART 1d: Andy Cole moves to Man United (16.00)• PART 1e: Cantona's kung-fu kick(18.00)• PART 2a: The final day of the season (24.00)• PART 2b: An extra club goes down (30.00)• PART 2c: Magic Matt Le Tissier (32.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Back in the summer of 2020, Jimbo and co passed the time reviewing classic Premier League campaigns.Here from the vault, we bring you the thoughts of Michael Cox, Daniel Storey and Matt Davies-Adams on the 2011/12 season - the one where the championship was decided on goal difference.The panel discuss the enigmatic Mario Balotelli and how Tottenham were in the title race until Harry Redknapp almost got the England job.Plus Blackburn going down, Chelsea winning the Champions League and Arsenal losing 8-2.Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Chaos but success for Chelsea and Arsenal (03.00)• PART 1b: The battle against the drop (07.00) • PART 1c: Pardew's Newcastle flying high (09.00)• PART 1d: Spurs in the title race - Harry almost England manager (12.00)• PART 2a: City v United for the title (20.00)• PART 2b: The final day of the season (33.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by Daniel Storey, Sasha Goryunov and Adrian Clarke after an emotional weekend of football.Crystal Palace stun Man City to win the FA Cup, their first ever major trophy. Dom Fifield joins us to explain what this means for the club. Plus what was going on with Pep's decision-making?One point separates 3rd from 7th in the Premier League as the race for the top 5 intensifies. Forest earn a much needed win at West Ham to ensure a mouthwatering final day decider with Chelsea at the City Ground.Man United and Spurs are beaten again on Friday night, with all eyes now on their Europa League final in Bilbao.And there are emotional goodbyes for Goodison Park and Jamie Vardy, plus another goalfest at the Gtech.Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Crystal Palace 1-0 Man City with Dom Fifield (01.45)• PART 2a: Arsenal 1-0 Newcastle (23.00) • PART 2b: West Ham 1-2 Forest with Paul Taylor (29.00)• PART 2c: Wins for Chelsea & Villa, defeats for Man Utd & Spurs (35.00)• PART 3a: Everton 2-0 Southampton (50.00)• PART 3b: Brentford 2-3 Fulham (56.00)• PART 3c: Leicester 2-0 Ipswich (59.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Matt Davies-Adams is in the hot seat alongside Duncan Alexander, Natalie Gedra and Liam Tharme ahead of a hugely significant weekend.Crystal Palace and Man City meet in the FA Cup final with the Eagles looking to upset the odds and secure a first ever major trophy. Reuben Pinder joins us to discuss how they can go about doing that.It's possibly a good week to be Chelsea and Aston Villa who host Europa League finalists Man United and Spurs as they bid to boost their own hopes of Champions League qualification. While Forest look to bounce back after an eventful week at the club.Newcastle aim to overtake Arsenal and move into 2nd spot with what would be a 4th win over the Gunners this season.Plus the last ever men's game at Goodison Park, play-off joy for Sunderland and Orient, and Ancelotti finally signs up for Brazil.Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Crystal Palace v Man City preview with Reuben Pinder (03.00)• PART 2: Chelsea v Man Utd + Villa v Spurs previews (19.00) • PART 3a: Arsenal v Newcastle preview (28.00)• PART 3b: West Ham v Forest preview (32.00)• PART 3c: Everton v Southampton preview (40.00)• PART 4a: A look at the EFL play-offs (45.00)• PART 4b: Ancelotti off to Brazil (50.00)• PART 4c: The rest of the Premier League weekend (56.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.