• #1614 | Marco Palestra Special! Deep Dive and Tactical Analysis ft. CFC Central! #CFC
    Jun 29 2026
    In this scouting special of the London is Blue podcast, Dan and Sam analyze Chelsea's new 21-year-old signing Marco Palestra, the "Serie A defender of the year" who primarily broke out on loan at Cagliari. Sam describes his assessment as "slightly leaning towards confused" because Palestra boasts elite, "stupendously well utilized" attacking off-ball movement and dribbling skills , but pairs them with glaring "massive red flag" defensive weaknesses in 1v1 situations. Though highly versatile across multiple wide positions , the hosts conclude he projects strictly as an attacking wing-back under new manager Xavi Alonso. Ultimately, while the hefty transfer fee raises eyebrows, Sam notes that a good first season would focus on "getting a healthy amount of minutes" and adapting to the brutal reality check of the Premier League. 02:48 Palestra's Footballing Journey 05:58 Performance on Loan at Cagliari 08:43 Strengths of Marco Palestra 11:49 Identifying Weaknesses 23:42 Listener Questions and Comparisons 29:35 Expectations for the Upcoming Season Join our Discord community! 🔗 https://discord.com/invite/londonbluepod Subscribe to the London is Blue Dispatch! 📩 https://londonisblue.beehiiv.com/ Follow London Is Blue on Socials! 📧 Contact: contact@londonisbluepodcast.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LondonBluePod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/londonbluepod/ @ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@londonbluepod ❌ X (Twitter): https://x.com/londonbluepod Follow CFC Central on Socials YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cfccentral3 X (Twitter) https://x.com/CFCCentral3 ⁠Email: cfccentral17@gmail.com⁠ Listen to the Podcast: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/london-is-blue-chelsea-fc-soccer-podcast/id914691565 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5799vIisS96U6908l6XvH6 ⚽️ Player Interviews: http://bit.ly/2ZrP05n Support the Pod on Patreon: 🏆 https://www.patreon.com/londonbluepod Until next time Chelsea fans, Keep The Blue Flag Flyin’ High! LONDON IS BLUE PODCAST Created By: Dan Dormer, Nick Verlaney, and Brandon Busbee Episode Hosted By: Dan Dormer and Sam (CFC Central) Edited By: Jorel Corpus #CFC #ChelseaFC #Chelsea #KTBFFH #PrideOfLondon #LondonIsBlue #StamfordBridge #BlueIsTheColour #CFCFamily #TheBlues #ChampionsOfEurope #Cobham #CFCW #ChelseaWomen #PremierLeague #PL #Football #Soccer #CFCFans #ChelseaFans #CFCNews #UpTheChels #Carefree #Chels #LondonIsChelsea #CFCU21 #CFCU18 #CobhamGrads #Matchday #TransferNews #ColePalmer #ReeceJames #EnzoFernandez #MoisesCaicedo #LeviColwill #Estevao #PedroNeto #MaloGusto #RomeoLavia #RobertSanchez #JorrelHato #MarcCucurella #WesleyFofana #JoaoPedro #LiamDelap #JamieGittens #DarioEssugo #AndreySantos #LaurenJames #KeiraWalsh #ErinCuthbert #AlyssaThompson #XabiAlonso Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • #1613 | Fan Mailbag! Tactics with Xabi! Summer Transfer Targets! Squad Management! ft. CFC Central #CFC
    Jun 27 2026
    In this mailbag edition of the London Is Blue Podcast, Dan and Sam (CFC Central) discuss the current World Cup tournament, highlighting standout stories such as the success of Cabo Verde and the strong showing of African nations. They preview prospective defensive signings for Chelsea, specifically touching on the attributes of wing-back Palestra and Crystal Palace center-back Lacroix as potential fits for a fluid back-three system under manager Xabi Alonso. Sam also identifies several World Cup standouts who could be transfer targets. 00:10 World Cup Excitement & African Success 03:17 Player Profiles: Marco Palestra Analyzed 06:21 Defensive Rebuild: Maxence Lacroix 08:57 World Cup Performers: Scouting Targets 12:13 Squad Reinvestment Strategy & Enzo Fernández Rumors 16:55 Tactical Fluidity Under Xabi Alonso 21:25 Off-Field Decisions & Stadium Priorities 25:40 Personal Updates: Sam's Career Shift 28:20 Creative Ventures: Writing a Historical Novel 31:20 Outro & Community Sign-offs Join our Discord community! 🔗 https://discord.com/invite/londonbluepod Subscribe to the London is Blue Dispatch! 📩 https://londonisblue.beehiiv.com/ Follow London Is Blue on Socials! 📧 Contact: contact@londonisbluepodcast.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LondonBluePod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/londonbluepod/ @ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@londonbluepod ❌ X (Twitter): https://x.com/londonbluepod Follow CFC Central on Socials YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cfccentral3 X (Twitter) https://x.com/CFCCentral3 ⁠Email: cfccentral17@gmail.com⁠ Listen to the Podcast: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/london-is-blue-chelsea-fc-soccer-podcast/id914691565 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5799vIisS96U6908l6XvH6 ⚽️ Player Interviews: http://bit.ly/2ZrP05n Support the Pod on Patreon: 🏆 https://www.patreon.com/londonbluepod Until next time Chelsea fans, Keep The Blue Flag Flyin’ High! LONDON IS BLUE PODCAST Created By: Dan Dormer, Nick Verlaney, and Brandon Busbee Episode Hosted By: Dan Dormer and Sam (CFC Central) Edited By: Jorel Corpus #CFC #ChelseaFC #Chelsea #KTBFFH #PrideOfLondon #LondonIsBlue #StamfordBridge #BlueIsTheColour #CFCFamily #TheBlues #ChampionsOfEurope #Cobham #CFCW #ChelseaWomen #PremierLeague #PL #Football #Soccer #CFCFans #ChelseaFans #CFCNews #UpTheChels #Carefree #Chels #LondonIsChelsea #CFCU21 #CFCU18 #CobhamGrads #Matchday #TransferNews #ColePalmer #ReeceJames #EnzoFernandez #MoisesCaicedo #LeviColwill #Estevao #PedroNeto #MaloGusto #RomeoLavia #RobertSanchez #JorrelHato #MarcCucurella #WesleyFofana #JoaoPedro #LiamDelap #JamieGittens #DarioEssugo #AndreySantos #LaurenJames #KeiraWalsh #ErinCuthbert #AlyssaThompson #XabiAlonso Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • #1612 | Ben Jacobs Special! Palestra! Enzo! Reece! Malo! Tactics and Transfers! #CFC
    Jun 25 2026
    In this episode of the London is Blue Podcast, journalist Ben Jacobs joins Nick as he discusses Chelsea's accelerating summer transfer window under manager Xabi Alonso. The club recently finalized a €50+ million "hijack" deal for 21-year-old Atalanta fullback Marco Palestra, a highly versatile player who fits Alonso's demanding, fluid system. This signing triggers potential domino effects for Malo Gusto—whom Chelsea values at around £75 million amid interest from Manchester City—and changes the tactical outlook for captain Reece James. Meanwhile, vice-captain Enzo Fernández is actively "agitating to try and leave" for Real Madrid, though Chelsea remains relaxed, holding out for a massive £120 million valuation. Jacobs sums up the high-stakes window by advising supporters: "I really sense in the next days or weeks, this Chelsea window is going to get going and it's going to be a busy one. So strap in." Download SAILY in your app store and use code blue15 at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. For further details go to https://saily.com/blue15 00:00 Intro 05:45 Chelsea's New Signing: Marco Palestra 11:52 The Future of Malo Gusto 19:55 Reece James: Positioning and Potential 26:28 Enzo Fernandez: Transfer Talks and Implications 33:13 Chelsea's Creative Attacker Search 37:07 Defensive Reinforcements: Lacroix and Others 42:19 Untouchable Defenders: Acheampong and Colwill 46:47 Striker Dynamics: Jackson and Delap 49:35 Attackers on the Move: Neto and Garnacho 52:59 Mudryk's Doping Case: Legal and Football Implications 56:33 Maresca's Departure: Compensation and Future Outlook Join our Discord community! 🔗 https://discord.com/invite/londonbluepod Subscribe to the London is Blue Dispatch! 📩 https://londonisblue.beehiiv.com/ Follow London Is Blue on Socials! 📧 Contact: contact@londonisbluepodcast.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LondonBluePod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/londonbluepod/ @ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@londonbluepod ❌ X (Twitter): https://x.com/londonbluepod Listen to the Podcast: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/london-is-blue-chelsea-fc-soccer-podcast/id914691565 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5799vIisS96U6908l6XvH6 ⚽️ Player Interviews: http://bit.ly/2ZrP05n Support the Pod on Patreon: 🏆 https://www.patreon.com/londonbluepod Until next time Chelsea fans, Keep The Blue Flag Flyin’ High! LONDON IS BLUE PODCAST Created By: Dan Dormer, Nick Verlaney, and Brandon Busbee Episode Hosted By: Nick Verlaney and Ben Jacobs Edited By: Jorel Corpus #CFC #ChelseaFC #Chelsea #KTBFFH #PrideOfLondon #LondonIsBlue #StamfordBridge #BlueIsTheColour #CFCFamily #TheBlues #ChampionsOfEurope #Cobham #CFCW #ChelseaWomen #PremierLeague #PL #Football #Soccer #CFCFans #ChelseaFans #CFCNews #UpTheChels #Carefree #Chels #LondonIsChelsea #CFCU21 #CFCU18 #CobhamGrads #Matchday #TransferNews #ColePalmer #ReeceJames #EnzoFernandez #MoisesCaicedo #LeviColwill #Estevao #PedroNeto #MaloGusto #RomeoLavia #RobertSanchez #JorrelHato #MarcCucurella #WesleyFofana #JoaoPedro #LiamDelap #JamieGittens #DarioEssugo #AndreySantos #LaurenJames #KeiraWalsh #ErinCuthbert #AlyssaThompson #XabiAlonso Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • #1611 | World Cup Vibes! Our Upcoming Season! Transfers! Team Dynamics! #CFC
    Jun 22 2026
    In this episode of the London is Blue podcast, Dan and Nick dive into the excitement of the ongoing North American World Cup, featuring Nick's firsthand experience at Arrowhead Stadium watching Curacao secure a historic point against Ecuador. "The vibes have been incredible," Nick notes while introducing his comprehensive five-tier ranking of World Cup contenders, sleepers, and flops. Shifting focus back to club football, the hosts break down Chelsea’s newly released 38-game Premier League fixture schedule under Xabi Alonso , evaluate the breaking transfer rumors linking Enzo Fernandez to Real Madrid , and dissect recent interview comments from club captain Reece James regarding his high praise for Thomas Tuchel and his excitement for Alonso's upcoming tactical era. Join our Discord community! 🔗 https://discord.com/invite/londonbluepod Subscribe to the London is Blue Dispatch! 📩 https://londonisblue.beehiiv.com/ Follow London Is Blue on Socials! 📧 Contact: contact@londonisbluepodcast.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LondonBluePod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/londonbluepod/ @ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@londonbluepod ❌ X (Twitter): https://x.com/londonbluepod Listen to the Podcast: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/london-is-blue-chelsea-fc-soccer-podcast/id914691565 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5799vIisS96U6908l6XvH6 ⚽️ Player Interviews: http://bit.ly/2ZrP05n Support the Pod on Patreon: 🏆 https://www.patreon.com/londonbluepod Until next time Chelsea fans, Keep The Blue Flag Flyin’ High! LONDON IS BLUE PODCAST Created By: Dan Dormer, Nick Verlaney, and Brandon Busbee Episode Hosted By: Dan Dormer and Nick Verlaney Edited By: Jorel Corpus #CFC #ChelseaFC #Chelsea #KTBFFH #PrideOfLondon #LondonIsBlue #StamfordBridge #BlueIsTheColour #CFCFamily #TheBlues #ChampionsOfEurope #Cobham #CFCW #ChelseaWomen #PremierLeague #PL #Football #Soccer #CFCFans #ChelseaFans #CFCNews #UpTheChels #Carefree #Chels #LondonIsChelsea #CFCU21 #CFCU18 #CobhamGrads #Matchday #TransferNews #ColePalmer #ReeceJames #EnzoFernandez #MoisesCaicedo #LeviColwill #Estevao #PedroNeto #MaloGusto #RomeoLavia #RobertSanchez #JorrelHato #MarcCucurella #WesleyFofana #JoaoPedro #LiamDelap #JamieGittens #DarioEssugo #AndreySantos #LaurenJames #KeiraWalsh #ErinCuthbert #AlyssaThompson #XabiAlonso Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • #1610 | Gary Cahill Special! Reminiscing his First CL and PL! Best Matches! Career Highlights! #CFC
    Jun 18 2026
    On this episode of the London Is Blue Podcast, Nick and Dan travel to Chicago for a special fan event where they sit down with Chelsea Football Club legend Gary Cahill. Cahill reflects on the incredible growth of the club's US fan base and discusses his storied career, including the unforgettable, historic 2012 Champions League triumph in Munich. He also shares insights on the standards set by former teammates like Ashley Cole, names Didier Drogba as his toughest opponent in training, and offers a brief thought on Chelsea's newly announced manager, Xabi Alonso. 0:00 – Episode Introduction & Welcome Gary Cahill 0:54 – Growth of Chelsea's Fan Base & the Premier League in the US 3:14 – Reflections on the 2012 Champions League Triumph in Munich 5:37 – Overcoming Injury & Driving Momentum to Create History 10:24 – Career Highlights & Winning the Premier League 12:45 – Setting the Standard: Playing with Club Icons & Ashley Cole 15:37 – Tough Battles in Training: Didier Drogba & Juan Mata 18:16 – Best Defensive Block & Volley Goal Against Tottenham 19:14 – Representing England & World Cup Memories 21:35 – Ranking the World Cup, Euros, Champions League, & Premier League 22:52 – Previewing England's Chances Under Thomas Tuchel 24:45 – Playing Against International and Club Teammates 26:09 – World Cup Dark Horse & Tournament Predictions 27:20 – Thoughts on Xabi Alonso's Appointment as Chelsea Manager 29:21 – Looking Ahead: Squad Evolution & Developing Young Talent 31:18 – Navaging Transitional Cycles & Advice for the Current Squad 34:52 – Game: Blind Ranking Gary Cahill's Best Chelsea Matches Join our Discord community! 🔗 https://discord.com/invite/londonbluepod Subscribe to the London is Blue Dispatch! 📩 https://londonisblue.beehiiv.com/ Follow London Is Blue on Socials! 📧 Contact: contact@londonisbluepodcast.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LondonBluePod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/londonbluepod/ @ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@londonbluepod ❌ X (Twitter): https://x.com/londonbluepod Listen to the Podcast: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/london-is-blue-chelsea-fc-soccer-podcast/id914691565 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5799vIisS96U6908l6XvH6 ⚽️ Player Interviews: http://bit.ly/2ZrP05n Support the Pod on Patreon: 🏆 https://www.patreon.com/londonbluepod Until next time Chelsea fans, Keep The Blue Flag Flyin’ High! LONDON IS BLUE PODCAST Created By: Dan Dormer, Nick Verlaney, and Brandon Busbee Episode Hosted By: Dan Dormer and Nick Verlaney Edited By: Jorel Corpus #CFC #ChelseaFC #Chelsea #KTBFFH #PrideOfLondon #LondonIsBlue #StamfordBridge #BlueIsTheColour #CFCFamily #TheBlues #ChampionsOfEurope #Cobham #CFCW #ChelseaWomen #PremierLeague #PL #Football #Soccer #CFCFans #ChelseaFans #CFCNews #UpTheChels #Carefree #Chels #LondonIsChelsea #CFCU21 #CFCU18 #CobhamGrads #Matchday #TransferNews #ColePalmer #ReeceJames #EnzoFernandez #MoisesCaicedo #LeviColwill #Estevao #PedroNeto #MaloGusto #RomeoLavia #RobertSanchez #JorrelHato #MarcCucurella #WesleyFofana #JoaoPedro #LiamDelap #JamieGittens #DarioEssugo #AndreySantos #LaurenJames #KeiraWalsh #ErinCuthbert #AlyssaThompson #XabiAlonso #GaryCahill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • #1609 | Ben Jacobs Special! Our Left Back Dilemma. World Cup Vibes! Enzo? #CFC
    Jun 15 2026
    On this episode of the London is Blue Podcast, Nick and Ben Jacobs break down the vibrant fan atmosphere of the ongoing World Cup alongside breaking Chelsea transfer news. The biggest headline features left-back Marc Cucurella's rapid €60 million move to Real Madrid, a massive sale that helps Chelsea satisfy their final Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) obligations. Ben Jacobs reinforces that modern transfer sagas are unpredictable, noting that "what a player says is not always the true reality" when players claim to only be focused on tournaments while deals are moving behind the scenes. The discussion also covers Enzo Fernández's desire to leave the club, though Jacobs highlights his steep valuation by adding, "it feels with the price that it is kind of, as of now anyway, Real Madrid or bust for Enzo Fernández." 00:00 World Cup Excitement and Atmosphere 07:46 Chelsea's Transfer News: Cucurella to Real Madrid 17:58 Enzo Fernandez's Future and Chelsea's Midfield Plans 25:12 Chelsea's Midfield Dynamics 28:32 Valentin Barco's Versatility 31:09 Chelsea's Summer Transfer Strategy 34:53 Center Back Conundrums 40:28 Xabi Alonso's Impact on Chelsea 43:04 Chelsea's Period of Reflection 48:47 Financial Pressures and Future Planning 51:27 World Cup Influence on Transfers 53:29 Hydration Breaks and Game Flow Join our Discord community! 🔗 https://discord.com/invite/londonbluepod Subscribe to the London is Blue Dispatch! 📩 https://londonisblue.beehiiv.com/ Follow London Is Blue on Socials! 📧 Contact: contact@londonisbluepodcast.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LondonBluePod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/londonbluepod/ @ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@londonbluepod ❌ X (Twitter): https://x.com/londonbluepod Listen to the Podcast: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/london-is-blue-chelsea-fc-soccer-podcast/id914691565 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5799vIisS96U6908l6XvH6 ⚽️ Player Interviews: http://bit.ly/2ZrP05n Support the Pod on Patreon: 🏆 https://www.patreon.com/londonbluepod Until next time Chelsea fans, Keep The Blue Flag Flyin’ High! LONDON IS BLUE PODCAST Created By: Dan Dormer, Nick Verlaney, and Brandon Busbee Episode Hosted By: Nick Verlaney and Ben Jacobs Edited By: Jorel Corpus #CFC #ChelseaFC #Chelsea #KTBFFH #PrideOfLondon #LondonIsBlue #StamfordBridge #BlueIsTheColour #CFCFamily #TheBlues #ChampionsOfEurope #Cobham #CFCW #ChelseaWomen #PremierLeague #PL #Football #Soccer #CFCFans #ChelseaFans #CFCNews #UpTheChels #Carefree #Chels #LondonIsChelsea #CFCU21 #CFCU18 #CobhamGrads #Matchday #TransferNews #ColePalmer #ReeceJames #EnzoFernandez #MoisesCaicedo #LeviColwill #Estevao #PedroNeto #MaloGusto #RomeoLavia #RobertSanchez #JorrelHato #MarcCucurella #WesleyFofana #JoaoPedro #LiamDelap #JamieGittens #DarioEssugo #AndreySantos #LaurenJames #KeiraWalsh #ErinCuthbert #AlyssaThompson #XabiAlonso #BenJacobs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • #1608 | Chelsea's Sponsorship Woes with Sean Connell of The Sponsor #CFC
    Jun 12 2026
    In this episode of the London Is Blue Podcast, Nick and marketing expert Sean Connell of The Sponsor break down Chelsea FC's precarious commercial landscape, noting that the club's strategy of holding out for an inflated sponsor fee has severely backfired due to a lack of European football. Connell explains that while Chelsea's internal valuation demands upwards of £50 million, the cold hard truth is that their actual fair market value has plummeted to "33.6 million". By rejecting stable, long-term deals, the ownership has mistakenly treated the historic kit like an advertising "billboard where brands can just interchangeably come in and out for a few weeks or a couple of months". Ultimately, Connell warns that Chelsea operates in a fierce buyer's market and must align with reality, because "if it's not priced correctly, it will not sell". Follow Sean @ The Sponsor! https://www.thesponsor.com/author/seanconnell/ https://open.spotify.com/show/7AYOBkCaTYeBec4oxYtQsm Join our Discord community! 🔗 https://discord.com/invite/londonbluepod Subscribe to the London is Blue Dispatch! 📩 https://londonisblue.beehiiv.com/ Follow London Is Blue on Socials! 📧 Contact: contact@londonisbluepodcast.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LondonBluePod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/londonbluepod/ @ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@londonbluepod ❌ X (Twitter): https://x.com/londonbluepod Listen to the Podcast: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/london-is-blue-chelsea-fc-soccer-podcast/id914691565 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5799vIisS96U6908l6XvH6 ⚽️ Player Interviews: http://bit.ly/2ZrP05n Support the Pod on Patreon: 🏆 https://www.patreon.com/londonbluepod Until next time Chelsea fans, Keep The Blue Flag Flyin’ High! LONDON IS BLUE PODCAST Created By: Dan Dormer, Nick Verlaney, and Brandon Busbee Episode Hosted By: Nick Verlaney and Sean Connell Edited By: Jorel Corpus #CFC #ChelseaFC #Chelsea #KTBFFH #PrideOfLondon #LondonIsBlue #StamfordBridge #BlueIsTheColour #CFCFamily #TheBlues #ChampionsOfEurope #Cobham #CFCW #ChelseaWomen #PremierLeague #PL #Football #Soccer #CFCFans #ChelseaFans #CFCNews #UpTheChels #Carefree #Chels #LondonIsChelsea #CFCU21 #CFCU18 #CobhamGrads #Matchday #TransferNews #ColePalmer #ReeceJames #EnzoFernandez #MoisesCaicedo #LeviColwill #Estevao #PedroNeto #MaloGusto #RomeoLavia #RobertSanchez #JorrelHato #MarcCucurella #WesleyFofana #JoaoPedro #LiamDelap #JamieGittens #DarioEssugo #AndreySantos #LaurenJames #KeiraWalsh #ErinCuthbert #AlyssaThompson #XabiAlonso Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • #1607 | World Cup Preview Part 2! Best Player? Golden Boot? Rivalries! #CFC
    Jun 10 2026
    Part 2 of the London Is Blue World Cup Preview! Nick, Nath and Jés breaks down the hosting atmosphere, major award predictions, breakout stars, and kit fashion ahead of the tournament. Anticipating a historic tournament in North America, the hosts note that the intense summer heat in the United States and referee inconsistency will heavily test teams. To highlight the standout individual performers who will define the competition, the crew projects their ideal 11-player lineups, which features Spain's Unai Simón as a unanimous choice at goalkeeper. The race for the Golden Boot stirs debate as they balance the goalscoring prowess of Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé against a bold prediction for Brazil's rising talent, Endrick. Looking at potential tournament upsets, Colombia, Turkey, Japan, and the Ivory Coast are heavily tipped as dangerous dark horses. Finally, the trio critiques the best and worst kit designs, mocking Australia's away kit while praising Spain's away kit and France's "Statue of Liberty" edition as absolute class. TOCA Social is a first-of-its-kind entertainment venue where football and hospitality meet. Guests play interactive football games, eat great food and drink at a fully licensed bar, all under one roof. www.toca.social LONDONISBLUE10 to get a 10% discount when you book! Join our Discord community! 🔗 https://discord.com/invite/londonbluepod Subscribe to the London is Blue Dispatch! 📩 https://londonisblue.beehiiv.com/ Follow London Is Blue on Socials! 📧 Contact: contact@londonisbluepodcast.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LondonBluePod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/londonbluepod/ @ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@londonbluepod ❌ X (Twitter): https://x.com/londonbluepod Listen to the Podcast: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/london-is-blue-chelsea-fc-soccer-podcast/id914691565 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5799vIisS96U6908l6XvH6 ⚽️ Player Interviews: http://bit.ly/2ZrP05n Support the Pod on Patreon: 🏆 https://www.patreon.com/londonbluepod Until next time Chelsea fans, Keep The Blue Flag Flyin’ High! LONDON IS BLUE PODCAST Created By: Dan Dormer, Nick Verlaney, and Brandon Busbee Episode Hosted By: Nick Verlaney, Jéssica Frota and Nathalia Tavares Edited By: Jorel Corpus #CFC #ChelseaFC #Chelsea #KTBFFH #PrideOfLondon #LondonIsBlue #StamfordBridge #BlueIsTheColour #CFCFamily #TheBlues #ChampionsOfEurope #Cobham #CFCW #ChelseaWomen #PremierLeague #PL #Football #Soccer #CFCFans #ChelseaFans #CFCNews #UpTheChels #Carefree #Chels #LondonIsChelsea #CFCU21 #CFCU18 #CobhamGrads #Matchday #TransferNews #ColePalmer #ReeceJames #EnzoFernandez #MoisesCaicedo #LeviColwill #Estevao #PedroNeto #MaloGusto #RomeoLavia #RobertSanchez #JorrelHato #MarcCucurella #WesleyFofana #JoaoPedro #LiamDelap #JamieGittens #DarioEssugo #AndreySantos #LaurenJames #KeiraWalsh #ErinCuthbert #AlyssaThompson #XabiAlonso Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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