In this episode, we dive into the return of the Premier League with all its anticipation, drama, and absurdity. From Kieran Bowie’s outrageous volley to the merits of scrapping extra time, we cover the weekend’s standout fixtures and storylines, including Alexander Isak’s Newcastle standoff and the latest fan optimism survey. We debate the 3pm blackout, Sky’s pricing, and whether moving league fixtures abroad is inevitable. Along the way, we explore football’s “aggro” factor, the culture clash of guards of honour, and which Premier League manager hosts the best BBQ.

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