The Flag Stays Down

Andy, Matt, and Parker regroup after the pod went on tour to Minnesota.  Chelsea beat Zagreb in a meaningless 2-1 win before putting out a forgettable performance in a 1-0 loss to Arsenal.  The boys want to know why Potter put out a "first team" in a meaningless match.  Denis Zakaria was one of the bright spots, though.  Why hasn't he had more playing time?  The focus then turns to the lack of effort, care, and passion against Arsenal.  After getting to the bottom of it, they discuss where does Chelsea go from here?  What is the expectation for the remainder of the season and what do we do to turn the ship around?

Andy, Matt, and Parker sit down this week and pour some MobCraft beers as they discuss a 2-1 victory over Salzburg and a 4-1 loss to Brighton.  Kovacic and Havertz hit worldies in midweek to clinch Chelsea as top of the group.  The boys have a bit of a laugh at Barcelona's expense.  Then they get down to it and try to figure out what went wrong in a 4-1 loss at Brighton.  Graham Potter comes back to the Amex Stadium but Brighton did not make it a happy return.

The boys continue the conversation after this week's pod.  They discuss Leeds in the relegation zone and what that means for Jesse Marsch.  The conversation turns to the Tuchel/Potter division in this fan base.  Finally, the debate to end all debates:  Ronaldo to Chelsea.

Andy, Matt, and Parker sit down and crack a few MobCraft beers to discuss a week of draws at Chelsea Football Club.  Following a 0-0 draw at Brentford and a tough 1-1 draw vs Manchester United, the boys discussed our weak midfield and Graham Potter's tactical adjustments.   With goals starting to dry up, the boys try to break down what has happened to Raheem Sterling.  Finally, Matt and company go off on Tim Howard and his terrible takes on fellow keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga.  

Andy, Matt, and Parker continue the conversation after this week's pod.  They finally figured out how you can put Chilwell and Cucurella on the pitch at the same time.  Who is the best RWB option in the club now that Reece James is set to miss significant time?  Rumors have it that Kylian Mbappe may be an option for Chelsea.  Also, a would you rather of epic midfield proportions.

Andy, Matt, and Parker sit down and pour some drinks as they discuss the week that was at Chelsea Football Club.  Buoyed by 2-0 victories at the San Siro and at Villa Park, the boys discuss a Reece James-less Chelsea and how we looking going forward without the future captain.  They also discuss the officiating in this week's Champions League tie in which Fikayo Tomori was sent off early.  Andy proposes that Mason Mount is back (again) and finally the lads heap on a ton of praise for Kepa Arrizabalaga.

Andy, Matt, and Parker are joined this week by Scott of the Milwaukee Blues to breakdown a fantastic week in Chelsea Football Club.  3-0 victories over AC Milan and Wolverhampton have seemingly righted the ship and put Chelsea's season back on track.  The boys discuss a stronger defense, Kepa earning his spot, and an increase in creativity in the attack. 

More time without Chelsea football.  Luckily we did have some more Christian Pulisic headlines.  He's writing a book!  Andy and Parker are ready to put this man on a pedestal with Romelu Lukaku.  Matt isn't so sure.