At The Bridge Pod: A Chelsea FC Podcast

In this episode, the team roll out the blue carpet as we dive into the Chelsea players we’re most excited to watch in the 2026/27 season. With shiny new signings and returning stars all looking to make their mark, we’re picking our standout names to keep an eye on — and maybe making a few biscuit bets along the way.

The team also talk the latest from this week's news and as always also answer some listener questions.

RUNNING ORDER:

00:00 The Start & Shevva's Shoutouts

10:11 News: Anthony Taylor Retires & Alejandro Garnacho Leaves For Aston Villa

20:00 Chelsea Players To Watch In 2026/27

43:58 Quaresma's Questions

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(This episode was recorded on 23rd July 2026)

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In this episode, the team are taking a look back at World Cup 2026 predictions and go through their Pre-Tournament predictions, how many did the team hit out the park?

The team also talk the latest from this weekend's news and as always also answer some listener questions.

RUNNING ORDER:

00:00 The Start, Top 5 World Cup 2026 Games & Shevva's Shoutouts!

11:47 News: Chelsea Agree Club Record Deal For Morgan Rogers

30:31 Our World Cup 2026 Predictions Reviewed

59:30 Guess The Player By Their Career Path

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(This episode was recorded on 20th July 2026)

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In this episode, we're donning our cowboy hats and returning to the Last Chance Saloon to discuss which Chelsea players are entering a make-or-break season ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. We'll be scrutinising the performances, potential, and prospects of players like Reece James and Cole Palmer. Can they finally deliver on their promise, or will they be shown the door?

The team also talk the latest from this week's news and as always also answer some listener questions.

RUNNING ORDER:

00:00 The Start, World Cup Moments & Shevva's Shoutouts

7:12 News: A Weak Week Of News

11:10 The Last Chance Saloon: Which Players Are Entering A Make Or Break Year?

41:28 Quaresma's Questions

43:28 Loan Army Carousel

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(This episode was recorded on 16th July 2026)

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In this episode, we dive into the free agent market and discuss which out-of-contract players could strengthen Chelsea's squad. From experienced veterans to underrated bargains, we assess who makes sense, who doesn't, and whether the Blues should be looking at any free transfers before the transfer window closes.

The team also talk the latest from this weekend's news and as always also answer some listener questions.

RUNNING ORDER:

00:00 A Tribute To Ken Bates

03:34 The Start & Shevva's Shoutouts!

17:56 News: Alejandro Garnacho WILL LEAVE This Summer

22:03 The Best Free Agents Chelsea Could Still Sign

59:40 Sidwell's Stamp Collection

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(This episode was recorded on 13th July 2026)

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In this episode, we're doing something a little different as we build our Greatest World Cup XI.

This isn't about picking the greatest footballers of all time. It's about selecting the players who are the World Cup. The names that instantly transport you back to iconic tournaments, unforgettable moments and football's biggest stage. From impossible saves and legendary goals to celebrations, controversies and moments that have become part of football folklore, these are the players whose World Cup legacy outweighs everything else.

The team also talk the latest from this week's news and as always also answer some listener questions.

RUNNING ORDER:

00:00 The Start, World Cup Moments & Shevva's Shoutouts

11:19 News: Andrey Santos Heads To Manchester United For £50m

26:35 Building Football's Greatest World Cup XI

1:03:45 Loan Army Carousel

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(This episode was recorded on 9th July 2026)

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In this episode, we take a deep dive into Chelsea's newest signing, Marco Palestra, and answer the biggest question surrounding the deal... who exactly is he?

We break down the Italian wing-back's journey from Atalanta's academy to his breakout season with Cagliari, analyse his strengths, weaknesses and tactical profile, and explain why Xabi Alonso was so determined to bring him to Stamford Bridge.

The team also talk the latest from this weekend's news and as always also answer some listener questions.

RUNNING ORDER:

00:00 The Start & Shevva's Shoutouts!

12:28 News: Granit Xhaka Here We Won't & Enzo Fernandez Here We Stay?

23:53 Scout Report: Marco Palestra

49:58 Quaresma's Questions: Could Alejandro Garnacho Be Our Left Wing-Back?

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(This episode was recorded on 6th July 2026)

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In this episode, the team tackles the pressing question of who Chelsea should keep, sell, or loan from their roster of Forwards.

We’ll break down each player’s performance, potential, and fit within the squad.

The team also talk the latest from this week's news and as always also answer some listener questions.

RUNNING ORDER:

00:00 The Start, World Cup Moments & Shevva's Shoutouts

12:21 News: Forest Green Rovers Fold Their Women's Team, Why This Is A Concern For All Football

27:45 Keep, Sell or Loan: Forwards

59:06 Quaresma's Questions

1:03:17 Loan Army Carousel

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(This episode was recorded on 2nd July 2026)

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In this episode, the team tackles the pressing question of who Chelsea should keep, sell, or loan from their roster of midfielders.

We’ll break down each player’s performance, potential, and fit within the squad.

The team also talk the latest from this weekend's news and as always also answer some listener questions.

RUNNING ORDER:

00:00 The Start & Shevva's Shoutouts!

15:46 News: Granit Xhaka AGREES Terms with Chelsea, Enzo Maresca's Apology & Chelsea's New Badge

31:33 Keep, Sell or Loan: Midfielders

55:37 Quaresma's Questions

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(This episode was recorded on 29th June 2026)

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In this episode, the team tackles the pressing question of who Chelsea should keep, sell, or loan from their roster of goalkeepers and defenders.

We’ll break down each player’s performance, potential, and fit within the squad.

The team also talk the latest from this week's news and as always also answer some listener questions.

RUNNING ORDER:

00:00 The Start, World Cup Moments & Shevva's Shoutouts

16:52 News: Marco Palestra is Chelsea's first summer signing

24:08 Keep, Sell or Loan: Goalkeepers & Defenders

57:08 Quaresma's Questions

59:21 Loan Army Carousel

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(This episode was recorded on 25th June 2026)

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In this episode, the team dives headfirst into full-blown overreaction mode as we break down Chelsea’s freshly released 2026/27 Premier League fixture list.

From Xabi Alonso's first game in charge away at Fulham, to an early trip to Arsenal and a December gauntlet featuring Liverpool, Manchester City and Aston Villa, we deliver our boldest, funniest and most unnecessarily dramatic takes on the season ahead.

The team also talk the latest from this weekend's news and as always also answer some listener questions.

RUNNING ORDER:

00:00 The Start & Shevva's Shoutouts!

11:46 News: Salma Paralluelo, Enzo Maresca to Manchester City & More

23:20 Overreacting To Chelsea's 2026/27 Premier League Fixtures

50:10 Quaresma's Questions

52:18 Guess The Player By Their Career Path

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(This episode was recorded on 22nd June 2026)

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