Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss some exciting match ball delivery news at the Pizza in a cup Cup, the World Cup draw, and this week’s Champions League action. 

Nick and Chris are also joined by comedian, writer, broadcaster and Crystal Palace fan, Kevin Day. Kevin brings his football manifesto to the table. They discuss Crystal Palace’s season, the phenomena of XG (expected goals), industrial language and numbers on the back of international shirts. 

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