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We Are ChelseaHow do Keira Walsh and Wieke Kaptein spend Christmas?This is We Are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport.www.skoda.co.ukEm Wallbank is joined by Keira Walsh and Wieke Kaptein to chat about Christmas! They decide which of their teammates will make the naughty and nice lists and of course, they share everything about theirs and their dogs’ friendship.And nobody holds back in a savage game of Whistleblower, where the players help solve YOUR dilemmas.
2025-12-2342 minWe Are ChelseaThe OGs with Milly Bright and Becky SpencerThis is We Are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Em Wallbank is joined by OGs Millie Bright and Becky Spencer to share embarrassing stories, hilarious memories and a few pearls of wisdom. What was Chelsea like when they first joined? Who would they cast to play themselves in a movie? Who’s their most impressive teammate? And nobody holds back in a sava...
2025-11-2644 minWe Are ChelseaDefying Gravity with Aggie Beever-Jones and Niamh CharlesThis is We Are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Em Wallbank is joined by We Are Chelsea LEGENDS, Aggie Beever-Jones and Niamh Charles, and as you may have guessed - it gets pretty chaotic. What are the girls’ biggest icks? How did they escape when they got stuck behind a trapdoor? Does Aggie really know how to make a coffee? And everyone channe...
2025-11-1943 min
We Are ChelseaWe Are Chelsea LIVE! With Katie ChapmanThis is We Are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Em Wallbank brings you our first live show of the season with a very special guest - former Chelsea captain, Katie Chapman. We take a trip down memory lane into Katie’s playing career, and she fills us in on what she’s been up to post-football. What is on Katie’s training playlist...
2025-11-0535 min
We Are ChelseaFirst Impressions with Veerle Buurman and Lexi PotterThis is We Are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Em Wallbank meets two of Chelsea's youngest players, Lexi and Veerle- but who knew coming on the podcast could be so nerve-wracking! Who did the best initiation performance? What's on Lexi's TikTok For You page? Who's the most famous contact in Veerle's phone? And stay tuned for hilarious advice on YOUR dilemmas in our new segment, Whi...
2025-10-2426 minWe Are ChelseaReality TV and Nando's with Alyssa Thompson and Naomi GirmaThis is We Are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Em Wallbank is joined by another one of Chelsea's newest signings, Alyssa Thompson, and her teammate Naomi Girma, to answer all kinds of fan questions (some more unhinged than others) and play a good old fashioned game of UK vs US. Is Nando's an acceptable date spot? What's it like for Alyssa playing with her sister? Whi...
2025-10-1033 min
We Are ChelseaWelcome to London with Mara Alber and Livia PengThis is We Are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Em Wallbank is joined by two of Chelsea’s newest signings - Mara Alber and Livia Peng - to find out how they’re settling in to London life. What do they get up to in their spare time? How did initiations go? And how many secret skills does Mara have? Trust us - they are full of...
2025-09-2637 min
We Are ChelseaWe Are So Back! with Sam Kerr and Erin CuthbertThis is We Are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk We’re back for season three! And we've got a new host too. Em Wallbank kicks things off with a bang as she's joined by podcast regular Erin Cuthbert and her best mate Sam Kerr. There's a lot to catch up on including pre-season antics, Sam's long-awaited return to the pitch and her 100...
2025-09-1939 min
We Are ChelseaEnd of Season Review with Niamh Charles and Naomi GirmaThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women’s sport. www.skoda.co.ukTreble-winners Niamh Charles and Naomi Girma join Caz de Moraes for the final episode of season 2 as they look back at the best celebrations, discuss the pressure of going unbeaten and give out some awards. But when do they turn their attention to next season? We also look ahead to this summer's Euros and some well-deserved time...
2025-05-3027 min
We Are ChelseaTreble-winning season with Sonia BompastorThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women’s sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is joined by head coach Sonia Bompastor to celebrate Chelsea's treble-winning season including going unbeaten in the league. Sonia shows off some new English phrases, we check in on how her family have adapted to London life and we find out just what it meant to her to win at We...
2025-05-2230 min
Chelsea FanCastWent To Mow Kingsmeadow #186 'Six Times In A Row'Dean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Sophie Spittle and Rich Bates to look back at Chelsea's 1-0 win over Liverpool and our title celebrations.In Part One we discuss Sonia's shock formation change and if that's a nod to the future of Chelsea FC W and in Part Two we talk title celebrations and say farewell to Zecira Musovic and Sophie Ingle.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for MS...
2025-05-141h 08
Went To Mow KingsmeadowEpisode 186- Six Times In A RowDean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Sophie Spittle and Rich Bates to look back at Chelsea's 1-0 win over Liverpool and our title celebrations.In Part One we discuss Sonia's shock formation change and if that's a nod to the future of Chelsea FC W and in Part Two we talk title celebrations and say farewell to Zecira Musovic and Sophie Ingle.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for...
2025-05-141h 08
Women are so F*cking Cool!She’s You, She’s Me, She’s All of Us: Defining a Fucking Cool WomanIn this special episode of the FCW Society Podcast, we’re turning up the volume on what it really means to be a F*cking Cool Woman—straight from the voices of some of the incredible guests who’ve joined us this season.You’ll hear clips from:Twanna A. Hines, Chelsea Simpson, Denise Windytree, Rachel Minetti, Jody Warren, Rew Starr, Cyd Ahlberg, and Sharokin BetGevargiz.Each woman offers her personal definition of what makes someone a F^cking Cool Woman—revealing that there’s no one way to be powerful, creative, or impactful. This episode is a celebration of our core...
2025-05-0909 minWent To Mow KingsmeadowEpisode 184- Becky Spencer, She's Won More Than YouDean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Courtney and Matt Ball to look back at Chelsea's 1-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the WSL.In Part One we look back at whacky team selections, which players are pushing for an FA Cup final start and a snooze fest. Then in Part Two we react to Chelsea's end of season award winners.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for MS Society...
2025-05-0757 min
Chelsea FanCastWent To Mow Kingsmeadow #184 'Becky Spencer, She's Won More Than You'Dean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Courtney and Matt Ball to look back at Chelsea's 1-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the WSL.In Part One we look back at whacky team selections, which players are pushing for an FA Cup final start and a snooze fest. Then in Part Two we react to Chelsea's end of season award winners.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for MS Society...
2025-05-0757 min
Chelsea FanCastWent To Mow Kingsmeadow #183 'Same Old Story (Sonia's Version)'Dean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Sophie Spittle and Johnny Hourigan to celebrate Chelsea winning a 6th consecutive WSL title.In Part One we look back at the 1-0 win against Manchester United that sealed the title and in Part Two we look ahead to Sunday's guard of honour against Tottenham.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for MS Society visit- https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/dulwich/menace-arena/ms-society-charity-football-match/e...
2025-05-021h 20Went To Mow KingsmeadowEpisode 183- Same Old Story (Sonia's Version)Dean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Sophie Spittle and Johnny Hourigan to celebrate Chelsea winning a 6th consecutive WSL title.In Part One we look back at the 1-0 win against Manchester United that sealed the title and in Part Two we look ahead to Sunday's guard of honour against Tottenham.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for MS Society visit- https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/dulwich/menace-arena/ms-society-charity-football-match/e...
2025-05-021h 20
Chelsea FanCastWent To Mow Kingsmeadow #182 'Same Old Story!'Dean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Courtney and Simon Kingman to look back at Chelsea's UEFA Champions League Semi-Final humbling at the hands of FC Barcelona.In Part One we reflect on the 8-2 aggregate defeat and in Part Two we try and pick ourselves up ahead of Manchester United in the WSL.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for MS Society visit- https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/d...
2025-04-301h 29Went To Mow KingsmeadowEpisode 182- Same Old Story!Dean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Courtney and Simon Kingman to look back at Chelsea's UEFA Champions League Semi-Final humbling at the hands of FC Barcelona.In Part One we reflect on the 8-2 aggregate defeat and in Part Two we try and pick ourselves up ahead of Manchester United in the WSL.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for MS Society visit- https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/d...
2025-04-301h 29
We Are ChelseaHot Takes with Keira Walsh and Erin CuthbertThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women’s sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is joined by regular Erin Cuthbert and We Are Chelsea first-timer Keira Walsh to discuss their latest hot takes including chinos, socks and sliders and mint ice cream. Plus Erin’s got a new look, but who did she get mistaken for? To watch the full episode on YouTube...
2025-04-3026 min
Chelsea FanCastWent To Mow Kingsmeadow #180 'Battered, Bruised, But Believing'Dean Mears is joined by Simon Kingman to look back at Chelsea's 4-1 defeat to FC Barcelona in the UEFA Women's Champions League Semi-Final first leg.In Part One we dissect what went wrong for Chelsea in this match and in Part Two we look ahead to tonight's WSL clash with Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for MS Society visit- https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/d...
2025-04-231h 04Went To Mow KingsmeadowEpisode 180- Battered, Bruised, But BelievingDean Mears is joined by Simon Kingman to look back at Chelsea's 4-1 defeat to FC Barcelona in the UEFA Women's Champions League Semi-Final first leg.In Part One we dissect what went wrong for Chelsea in this match and in Part Two we look ahead to tonight's WSL clash with Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for MS Society visit- https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/d...
2025-04-231h 04
We Are ChelseaBuilding a Winning Machine with Paul GreenThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women’s sport. www.skoda.co.uk In this special episode Caz De Moraes is joined by Head of Women's Football at Chelsea Paul Green at West London Skoda. Paul's been a player, a coach, a scout and started at Chelsea in 2013. Caz finds out the role he's played in turning Chelsea into a winning machine and setting the culture at the club...
2025-04-1829 minWent To Mow KingsmeadowEpisode 179- Que Sera SeraDean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Rich Bates and Simon Kingman to look back at Chelsea's dramatic 2-1 win over Liverpool in the Women's FA Cup semi-final.In Part One we discuss team selection, bright starts and going behind. Then in Part Two we talk substitutions, or lack of them, reactions and stoppage time winners.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for MS Society visit- https://www.ticketsource.co...
2025-04-161h 03
Chelsea FanCastWent To Mow Kingsmeadow #179 'Que Sera Sera'Dean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Rich Bates and Simon Kingman to look back at Chelsea's dramatic 2-1 win over Liverpool in the Women's FA Cup semi-final.In Part One we discuss team selection, bright starts and going behind. Then in Part Two we talk substitutions, or lack of them, reactions and stoppage time winners.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.For tickets to the Chelsea Ladies Legends vs Peckham FC for MS Society visit- https://www.ticketsource.co...
2025-04-161h 03
We Are ChelseaStandout Performances with Katie Cox and Aggie Beever-JonesThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women’s sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes sits down with Katie Cox and Aggie Beever-Jones to get to know two of Chelsea's youngsters. Katie tells us about her first season as a professional with the Blues, we treat you to some fabulous singing performances and we get the inside scoop on a staff football game. To wat...
2025-04-0230 min
Chelsea FanCastWent To Mow Kingsmeadow #175 'Improbable But Not Impossible'Dean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Courtney and Johnny Hourigan to look back at Chelsea's UEFA Women's Champions League Quarter-Final 1st Leg defeat to Manchester City.In Part One we discuss all the talking points from that first defeat for Sonia Bompastor as Chelsea manager, and in Part Two we look ahead to Sunday's WSL showdown with that very familiar foe, Manchester City.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.To buy your copy of Kingsmeadow Chronicle Issue 18 head to- h...
2025-03-211h 22Went To Mow KingsmeadowEpisode 175- Improbable But Not ImpossibleDean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Courtney and Johnny Hourigan to look back at Chelsea's UEFA Women's Champions League Quarter-Final 1st Leg defeat to Manchester City.In Part One we discuss all the talking points from that first defeat for Sonia Bompastor as Chelsea manager, and in Part Two we look ahead to Sunday's WSL showdown with that very familiar foe, Manchester City.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.To buy your copy of Kingsmeadow Chronicle Issue 18 head to- h...
2025-03-211h 22
We Are ChelseaHidden Talents with Erin Cuthbert and Guro ReitenThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women’s sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is back with Erin Cuthbert and Guro Reiten as we get to know them a little bit better. What's Guro's secret skill? Why is Erin learning Spanish? And why does she have two phones? Plus we get an insight into the Chelsea fines system. To watch the full episod...
2025-03-1925 min
Women are so F*cking Cool!Healing, Resilience & The Power of Connection with Chelsea SimpsonIn this episode, we highlight the incredible work of Chelsea Simpson (Altman)—a community builder, writer, and speaker dedicated to empowering young girls and fostering meaningful connections. As the Community Engagement Manager for Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Chelsea works tirelessly to create opportunities for girls to develop confidence, courage, and character, shaping them into the next generation of strong, impactful leaders.Beyond her work with Girl Scouts, Chelsea is a storyteller and advocate for resilience, healing, and the power of community. Her upcoming memoir, Healing with Help from the Village, explores how support systems—both expected and...
2025-03-1421 min
We Are ChelseaShaping the Future with Zećira Mušović and Ashley LawrenceThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women’s sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is joined by goalkeeper Zećira Mušović and her team-mate Ashley Lawrence to celebrate International Women’s Day. They fill us in on how it went down when Ashley surprised a young fan with a team talk, and what they’re doing to inspire the next generation of women’s footballers. T...
2025-03-0827 minWent To Mow KingsmeadowEpisode 171- Pesky Seagulls!Dean Mears is joined by Courtney, Rich Bates and Sophie Spittle to look back at Chelsea's draw away at Brighton in the WSL.In Part One we look at what went wrong in the first half, midfield woes and intense press. And in Part Two we look at how Sonia's personnel and tactical changes swung the game in our favour, and comment on Brighton's dark arts.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.To buy your copy of Kingsmeadow Chronicle Issue 18 head...
2025-03-051h 26
We Are ChelseaYour Questions with Lucy Bronze and Lauren JamesThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is joined by good friends and England internationals Lucy Bronze and Lauren James to find out the secret to their friendship. But what was the first text LJ ever sent to Lucy? They also answer your fan questions, and we find out which of their Chelsea team-mates would be the golden retriever of the...
2025-02-1929 minWe Are ChelseaA New Blue... with Naomi Girma and Cat MacarioThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes welcomes new signing Naomi Girma to We Are Chelsea! She's alongside her best friend and US international team-mate Cat Macario as we get to know our new defender. But how many bags did Naomi bring over with her? What's she most looking forward to doing in London? And what did the two of the...
2025-02-0525 minWe Are ChelseaWe Are Chelsea LIVE! With Claire Rafferty and Anita AsanteThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes brings you another live show from Stamford Bridge as she's joined on stage by former Chelsea and England team-mates Claire Rafferty and Anita Asante. They bring you all the inside stories from World Cups, Olympics and the Chelsea derby days. You'll find out about an incident with kippers, Claire's ponytail and some wonky tat...
2025-01-2935 minWent To Mow KingsmeadowEpisode 160- Thursday Night Preview ShowDean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Sophie Spittle and Rich Bates to look ahead to Chelsea's first fixture of 2025.In Part One we talk through all the latest Chelsea FCW news since the winter break and in Part Two we look ahead to that fixture against Charlton in the Women's FA Cup.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.Buy your copy of Kingsmeadow Chronicle Issue 16 via- https://kingsmeadowchronicle.bigcartel.com/product/issue-16-pdf-versionPlease consider joining our P...
2025-01-101h 05
Chelsea FanCastWent To Mow Kingsmeadow #160 'Thursday Night Preview Show'Dean Mears and Dayne Whittle are joined by Sophie Spittle and Rich Bates to look ahead to Chelsea's first fixture of 2025.In Part One we talk through all the latest Chelsea FCW news since the winter break and in Part Two we look ahead to that fixture against Charlton in the Women's FA Cup.You can follow the show on BlueSky @ MowKingsmeadow.BSky.Social. We're also on Instagram @WentToMowKingsmeadow.Buy your copy of Kingsmeadow Chronicle Issue 16 via- https://kingsmeadowchronicle.bigcartel.com/product/issue-16-pdf-versionPlease consider joining our Patreon...
2025-01-101h 05
We Are ChelseaChristmas Special with Alejandra Bernabé and Wieke KapteinThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is joined by Spanish full-back Alejandra Bernabé and her partner in crime Wieke Kaptein. In this Christmas special we sing songs, find out their favourite part of the British Christmas dinner, learn about traditions in Spain and the Netherlands and we force one of them to wear a tacky Christmas jumper... but who?
2024-12-1826 minWe Are ChelseaFrench friends or frenemies? With Oriane Jean-Francois and Maelys MpomeThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is joined by French internationals Oriane Jean-Francois and Maelys Mpome. There's lots of bickering, reflections on moving to London, and we test their knowledge of British slang. But who will win? To watch the full episode on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/@chelseafc/videos Send...
2024-12-0434 min
We Are ChelseaWe Are Chelsea LIVE! With Jill Scott and Karen CarneyThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes brings you our second live show as she's joined on stage by former England team-mates and best friends Jill Scott and Karen Carney. They answer all the important questions like who would be a better MOTD presenter? What's Kaz's nickname? And can vegans eat pigs? To watch the full epis...
2024-11-2039 min
We Are ChelseaFamily FC with Maika Hamano, Cat Macario and Niamh CharlesThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is joined by Maika Hamano, Cat Macario and Niamh Charles to uncover why the fans call them ‘Family FC’. But who’s the child, who’s the strict auntie and who’s the fun parent? Plus, we put your questions to the trio and finally learn the rules to their mysterious post-match game, Ninja....
2024-11-1245 min
We Are ChelseaUK vs Canada with Millie Bright and Kadeisha BuchananThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is joined by defensive duo Millie Bright and Kadeisha Buchanan. How do their personalities complement each other on the pitch? And what do they get up to off the pitch? Millie also gives Kadeisha a lesson on fish and chips during a game of UK vs Canada, and will they ever make a Tik...
2024-10-3027 min
We Are ChelseaWho's most likely to...? With Hannah Hampton and Sjoeke NuskenThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is joined by the duo the fans have been waiting for, it's Hannah Hampton and Sjoeke Nusken. Who's most likely to go on I'm A Celeb? Who's got the worst taste in music? And who's the last one on the dance floor? To watch the full episode on YouTube, clic...
2024-10-1638 min
We Are ChelseaMotherhood and the winning mentality with Sonia BompastorThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is joined by Head Coach Sonia Bompastor. Where does her winning mentality come from? How does she balance work and motherhood? And did she manage to escape the Chelsea intiations? To watch the full episode on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/@chelseafc/videos Send u...
2024-10-0936 min
We Are ChelseaSuper Swedes with Johanna Rytting Kaneryd and Nathalie BjörnThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is joined by Swedish international teammates Johanna Rytting Kaneryd and Nathalie Björn as they share stories about their friendship… and even finish each other’s sentences. How would they describe each other in three words? What would they do if they weren’t playing football? And do they ever spend any time apart?...
2024-09-2525 min
Joueuses#11 - Sonia Bompastor - Nouvelle Head Coach @Chelsea FCWOn commence cette rentrée très fort avec Joueuses...
🇬🇧 Première semaine de septembre, nous étions à Londres pour un entretien exclusif avec Sonia Bompastor la nouvelle Head Coach de Chelsea FC.
Et je n’ai jamais été autant impressionnée par une invitée sur Joueuses.
✨ Sonia Bompastor est une légende du football féminin français, européen et mondial.
💪 C’est le symbole de la persévérance et de la conquête de territoires dans le football féminin.
D’abord joueuse amateure, puis semi-pro avant de devenir pro grâce aux premiers contrats mis en place par Jean-Michel Aulas...
2024-09-181h 29
We Are ChelseaTales from tour with Aggie Beever-Jones and Wieke KapteinThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk We're back for season two! And we're kicking it off with a round-up of the pre-season tour to the US. Caz De Moraes is joined by new friends Aggie Beever-Jones and Wieke Kaptein as they chat Times Square, initiations and the new era under Sonia Bompastor. We also get to know Wieke - her love of the...
2024-09-1838 min
We Are ChelseaGrowing the game on and off the pitch, with Commercial Director Zarah Al-KudcyThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk We have a fascinating episode for you today, delving into the business side of the club. Caz De Moraes is joined by Zarah Al-Kudcy, who is the commercial director of Chelsea Women FC. She talks to us about how player sponsorships work, how the Blues achieved a record attendance at Stamford Bridge this year, and about the...
2024-07-0537 min
We Are ChelseaSam Kerr Exclusive: Chelsea striker on signing a new deal with the club!This is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk We are very excited to bring you an exclusive with Chelsea striker and club legend, Sam Kerr, after she announced today that she has signed a new two-year deal with the Blues. She sits down with Caz De Moraes to discuss THAT announcement video, when we are likely to see her back out on the pitch, and...
2024-06-1326 min
We Are ChelseaHow It Started: Zećira MušovićThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport.www.skoda.co.ukThis week, Caz De Moraes is joined by Chelsea goalkeeper and Swedish international Zećira Mušović. She is here to tell us all about how her journey to becoming a top-level goalkeeper, and how she would like to be a role model for the next generation of girls coming through. She also reflects on her highlights of the...
2024-06-1229 min
We Are ChelseaLife In Blue: Sophie IngleThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport.www.skoda.co.ukCaz De Moraes is joined by Sophie Ingle, who holds the record for most WSL appearances. Sophie has done two spells in blue and talks about how the club has changed over both stints. And we hear about how she received her call to rejoin Chelsea whilst Emma was in hospital after giving birth.Remember to s...
2024-06-0528 min
We Are ChelseaHow It Started: Hannah HamptonThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk This week, Caz De Moraes is joined by Chelsea goalkeeper Hannah Hampton! After a promising first season at the club, Hannah takes us back to her early life, and makes us through her journey to becoming a Chelsea footballer. She talks about growing up in Spain playing in the Villarreal academy, how she learned multiple languages, inc...
2024-05-2927 min
We Are ChelseaNiamh Charles: Chelsea are WSL Champions!This is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Chelsea are WSL champions for the fifth season in a row! With a huge 6-0 win over Manchester United on the final day, the Blues lifted the trophy on the final day of the season, and sent Emma Hayes off in style. Here to relive it all with us, and to tell us how wild those dre...
2024-05-2233 min
We Are ChelseaHow Emma Hayes created a winning machineThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Today, Caz De Moraes is joined by a key member of Emma Hayes backroom staff, Stuart Searle. He has been the goalkeeping coach at the club since 2012 and has been an integral part of their success, during a trophy laden period. In this episode, Stuart gives a fascinating insight into what goes into creating a winning tea...
2024-05-1638 min
We Are ChelseaMaren Mjelde and Melanie Leupolz: Tottenham PreviewThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk The Blues have a huge game against Tottenham coming up this week as we enter the final week of the Barclays Women’s Super League season. Today, Caz De Moraes is at Cobham, joined by experienced players Maren Mjelde and Melanie Leupolz, to discuss how the team have been preparing in training, and what challenges their Londo...
2024-05-1425 min
We Are ChelseaNiamh Charles: Bristol City 8-0 reaction... the title race is on!This is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Today, Caz De Moraes is joined by Chelsea left-back, Niamh Charles! She gives us her reaction to the incredible 8-0 victory over Bristol City last weekend, which keeps the Blues right in the WSL title race. She also discuses her passion for mental health in football, her favourite moments of the season so far and how spe...
2024-05-0931 min
We Are ChelseaLife In Blue: Erin CuthbertThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is back at Cobham, and is joined by podcast regular Erin Cuthbert! She is here to discuss her life in blue, and tells us all how she had to quit her job in Morrisons to come and play for the club full time... not a bad upgrade. We also delve into her favourite mom...
2024-05-0634 min
We Are ChelseaCelebrating 20 years of Chelsea Women FC: Live from Stamford BridgeThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Welcome to a special episode of We Are Chelsea, and our first ever live podcast! This episode was recorded at Stamford Bridge before the Barcelona semi-final in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, in front of a packed crowd of excited Chelsea fans. We are approaching the 20th anniversary of Chelsea Women FC as we know it, w...
2024-05-0242 min
We Are ChelseaSjoeke Nüsken and Ashley Lawrence: Barcelona Semi-Final PreviewThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Caz De Moraes is at Cobham, and she is joined by Chelsea players Sjoeke Nüsken and Ashley Lawrence to discuss that epic 1-0 win over Barcelona last weekend, and to look ahead to the second leg at Stamford Bridge. They discuss how they became the first team to beat the Spanish side at home since 2019, how...
2024-04-2531 min
We Are ChelseaBecoming a Blue: Nathalie BjörnThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Today, Caz De Moraes is joined by club one of the clubs most recent signings, Swedish defender Nathalie Björn. She gives us an insight into how it all works when you sign for a new club. Who shows you round the training ground? How do you know where to sit in the changing room? Do you...
2024-04-2240 min
We Are ChelseaLife In Blue: Carly TelfordThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport. www.skoda.co.uk Today, Caz De Moraes is joined by club legend Carly Telford. Carly played in goal for Chelsea across two separate spells, and now works in the club's commercial department, having retired in March 2023. Carly is blue through and through, and has incredible memories from her playing days here. She talks about the impact Emma Hayes had on...
2024-04-191h 00
We Are ChelseaAggie Beever- Jones - FA Cup reaction and Champions League Semi Final previewThis is We are Chelsea, the official podcast of Chelsea Women, brought to you in association with Škoda, the official car partner of Chelsea Women and proud supporters of women's sport.www.skoda.co.uk Chelsea may be out of the FA Cup but there’s still everything to play for as the title race is still up for grabs and that all important UEFA Women's Champions League semi-final against Barcelona is just days away. This week Caz De Moraes is joined by Chelsea forward Aggie Beever-Jones to talk a...
2024-04-1738 min
We Are ChelseaHow It Started: Johanna Rytting KanerydThis week, Caz De Moraes is joined by Chelsea winger, and Swedish international, Johanna Rytting Kaneryd. She tells us all about how she grew up playing for a boys' team in Sweden with her twin brother, signing her first professional contract at the age of 15 and how she eventually ended up getting her dream move to the Blues, off the back of Euro 2022. She also opens up about setbacks she has faced along the way, including two ACL injuries, and how she plays better when she's angry.Remember to subscribe and leave a review, wherever you...
2024-04-1132 min
We Are ChelseaHow It Started: Jess CarterWe are back at Cobham training centre, and in this episode, Caz De Moraes is joined by Chelsea defender and Lioness, Jess Carter! She tells us all about growing up in the Midlands, including playing for a girls’ team who went from ‘princesses’ to ‘absolute bulldozers’, and how she got her break as a professional footballer. She also talks about the challenges she faced in her early days at Chelsea, and how she overcame them to become one of the Blues' key players this season. Plus, she relives THAT penalty shootout in the UEFA Women's Champions League against Lyon... you know t...
2024-04-0535 min
We Are ChelseaErin Cuthbert: Champions League reaction and Conti Cup Final preview vs ArsenalChelsea are through to the Champions League semi-finals! After a 4-1 aggregate victory over Ajax, current captain Erin Cuthbert is here to give us her reaction to last night's game at Stamford Bridge, to give an insight into what it's like playing away in Europe, and to preview a massive upcoming game this weekend against Arsenal in the Conti Cup Final.Remember to subscribe and leave a review, wherever you get your podcasts!Send us your questions using to wearechelsea@chelseafc.comTo watch the full episode on Youtube, click...
2024-03-2821 min
At The Bridge Pod: A Chelsea FC PodcastWhat Does Omari Hutchinson's Future Look Like?, Granovskaia Controversy & West Ham 0-2 Chelsea FCW #CFCIn this episode, the hosts explore the intriguing future of Omari Hutchinson, a promising young talent currently on loan at Ipswich Town from Chelsea. With his contract nearing its end and interest from various clubs on the horizon, Hutchinson finds himself at a crossroads in his career.
The team also review Chelsea Women's 2-0 win against West Ham in the WSL, discuss the and as always also answer some listener questions.
RUNNING ORDER:
00:00 The Start
03:49 News
07:40 Game Review: West Ham 0-2 Chelsea Women
14:02 What Does Omari Hutchinson's Future Look Like?
26:15 Quaresma's...
2024-03-2537 min
We Are ChelseaLife In Blue: Fran KirbyFran Kirby is one of the most recognisable faces in the women's game. During her 9 years at the Chelsea, she has won 5 WSL titles, 4 FA cups and has become the clubs leading goal scorer... not to mention winning the `Euros with the Lionesses’ as well. In this episode, she sits down with Caz De Moraes to discuss her favourite moments in blue, how she has bounced back in some of the tougher times, and what she wants her legacy to be at this club. Plus, she talks us through team nights out and dancing on tables, singing Country Roads. Th...
2024-03-2537 min
We Are ChelseaHow It Started: Millie BrightWe have a very special episode today, with none other than the Chelsea Women's club captain, Millie Bright! Presenter Caz De Moraes sit's down with Millie at Cobham training centre, to chat all about her journey to becoming a Chelsea legend. From being a little menace playing for Killamarsh Dynamos age 12, working a part time job whilst playing for Doncaster, to then winning the Euros with the Lionesses and becoming Chelsea captain. Millie has seen it all, overcome some big challenges along the way (including being in charge of taking out the bins in player houses), and has shared...
2024-03-1839 min
We Are ChelseaMeet The Players: Erin Cuthbert and Guro ReitenWelcome to the first episode of We Are Chelsea, where presenter Caz De Moraes is at Cobham Training Centre, chatting to club stars Erin Cuthbert, and Guro Reiten. In this episode, we delve into their friendship (mostly Guro trying to understand Scottish), Erin’s singing in the dressing room, and the importance of the Chelsea fans and feeling their support when out there on the pitch. There is also a very funny moment where Guro has no idea what Irn-Bru is, and they answer some questions put to them by you, the fans.Remember to subscribe an...
2024-03-1433 min
We Are ChelseaWe Are Chelsea - coming soonWelcome to We Are Chelsea, the podcast that will bring fans closer than ever before to Chelsea’s star players and provide unrivalled behind the scenes access and insight into the dressing room of the current league champions.Every week, presenter Caz de Moraes will be sitting down with the players themselves to give you the reaction to the biggest games, as the season heads into its climax. The podcast will delve into all the stories happening both on and off the pitch, and the players will take you through their journey to the top of the w...
2024-03-0801 min
Fran Kirby's Fight ClubMourning Sam, Welcoming NathalieWell 2024 did not start in the best way for Chelsea FCW. Maryam & André are here to talk about just how sad Sam Kerr's ACL rupture is (the football gods are the cruelest!), whether Chelsea should turn to the transfer market, and what changes we might see as the team faces the rest of an important season without their world class striker.
Then we welcome Nathalie Björn to Chelsea! We talk about her as a talent, her statistical profile, where she might fit in, and what we can expect when she makes her debut.
Please su...
2024-01-1138 min
Diaspora UnitedCOLLECTIVE SCREAMS FROM THE AFTERLIFE (w/ Sylvs from Shea Butter FC)Courtney, Sylvs, and André are all Chelsea FCW fans and all three woke up to the BEST NEWS OF ALL TIME!
CATARINA MACARIO SIGNED FOR CHELSEA FOR REAL FOR REAL SHE HAD THE SHIRT ON AND EVERYTHING AND SAID "UP THE CHELS" AND NAMEDROPPED SAM KERR, GURO REITEN AND LAUREN JAMES AND IS REALLY TRULY ACTUALLY FOR REAL A BLUE!!! #CFCW💙💙
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2023-06-0930 min
Brodd TalkChelsea FC Updates: Match Reviews, Transfer News, and Congratulations to Andrey Santos
In this episode of Brodd Talk, we bring you the latest updates from Chelsea FC. We start by reviewing the Bournemouth 1-3 Chelsea match and discuss how Chelsea secured an important victory. Next, we turn our attention to the dominant performance of the Chelsea FCW team in their 7-0 victory over Everton, including the return of Harder from injury and the unfortunate injury to Kerr. We then move on to transfer news, analyzing the negotiations for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's exit from the club, Chelsea's interest in midfielders Romeo Lavia, Khephren Thuram, and Adrien Rabiot, and rumors linking the club to...
2023-05-0822 minFran Kirby's Fight ClubGET IIIIIIN YOU BLUUUES (w/ Mia Eriksson)Chelsea FCW took six points from Brighton and Manchester United to put themselves two points clear at the top of the table and with a game in hand!
André welcomes Mia Eriksson back to the fight club to talk about it all. First they get into the midweek Brighton match, the loads of rotation, getting over a difficult opponent, and Johanna Rytting Kaneryd's first Chelsea goal! Then we get into the matchup with Manchester United. We talk about all of Chelsea's injuries, Emma Hayes' tactics that gave us the edge, spotlight incredible performances, THAT Lauren James and S...
2023-03-1343 minFran Kirby's Fight ClubČanković Wizardry & Cursed Refereeing [Arsenal WFC 1-1 Chelsea FCW, Post-Match Reaction]Maryam and André stepped to the mics minutes after #CFCW's 1-1 draw at the Emirates!
While the result keeps the table as you were for Chelsea – three points clear but having played a game more than Arsenal and Manchester United – the match was full of highlights and lowlights, a poor (and costly) refereeing decision, a dramatic late equalizer, and a LOT more. So we react to and discuss it all!
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2023-01-1543 minFran Kirby's Fight ClubPurrrrrrrring for Sunday [Chelsea FCW vs. Arsenal WFC Preview] #CFCWMaryam and André are back with another episode as they prepare for Chelsea FCW to get back to action for the first time in 2023.
They start off by discussing Arsenal's recent transactions and whether they think Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall's midfield gamble will pay off in the second half of the season. Then they get into Chelsea, what's been working, what tweaks manager Emma Hayes might be working on, the Spain training camp (and apparent grand prix??), and Melly's return!
Then they, of course, give their very specific predictions and let's just say the two a...
2023-01-1050 minFran Kirby's Fight ClubThe Guro Show (w/ Sylvs from Shea Butter FC)The fight club is growin! This episode André welcomes lifelong Chelsea fan Sylvs from Shea Butter FC!
We review Chelsea FCW's massive 8-0 win over Leicester at King Power Stadium. We begin with our thoughts on the XI then chat about Guro Reiten's 1g/4a day, Fran Kirby playing centrally, plus one of the low key surprises of the season: Sophie Ingle 2.0.
Then we briefly look ahead to our second away match in the UWCL, versus Real Madrid in Spain. We discuss what we expect Real to do differently, and of course, in the spirit o...
2022-12-0535 minFran Kirby's Fight ClubTricky Tactics & James' MagicMaryam & André react to Chelsea FCW's 3-1 win over Manchester United WFC at Leigh Sports Village!
We discuss Chelsea's rather curious approach in the first half, formation shifts, and Sam Kerr & Lauren James breaking the deadlock and Erin Cuthbert securing the win with a third. We also assess Magdalena Eriksson's progression at left back and discuss the selection of Niamh Charles over Ève Périsset.
Then we look ahead to a tough string of matches in two weeks, starting with Tottenham Hotspur on 20 Nov and Real Madrid three days later.
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2022-11-0743 minFran Kirby's Fight ClubThe Lauren James ShowMaryam & André hop on the mics to discuss Chelsea FCW's 3-1 over Aston Villa. We discuss Lauren James' continued ascent and how important it is, particularly in matches like these. We also discuss Magdalena Eriksson at left back, and what it costs us to play her there, and if there are any solutions to getting the best out of all three starting caliber center backs.
We also look ahead to next week's clash with Manchester United, who still haven't conceded a goal in the WSL. Though we expect that to change, do we expect Chelsea to bag a...
2022-10-3044 min
Chelsea Soccer PodcastWe Ain't Got No Podcast: Episode 56 - UEFA Women's Euro 2022 Preview ft. Dean MearsJay welcomes Dean Mears, host of Went to Mow Kingsmeadow podcast and author of Honestly Chelsea FCW. They preview the Women's Euro 2022 competition hosted in England. They look at each group, highlight those Chelsea players involved, and discuss potential tournament winners. But first, Jay and Dean welcome new Chelsea player Kateřina Svitková to the club and talk about what she brings to the Blues.
Host Jay Woolmington - @JayWoolmington
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2022-07-0644 min
At The Bridge Pod: A Chelsea FC PodcastBoehly's Takeover In DOUBT, Chelsea FCW Do The Double, Mason Mount & Co LOSE Another Wembley Final #CFCIn this episode the team are doing the double, two FA Cup Finals and two different storylines as Chelsea FCW complete the double with Sam Kerr & Co delivering yet another trophy for Emma Hayes' team, we say thank you and good bye to Ji So-Yun, then we turn our attention to yet another final defeat on penalties to Liverpool and ask the important questions like "Why can't this Chelsea side win at Wembley anymore?" and breakdown the latest revelation in regards to the takeover talks!
If you have a question for the team then...
2022-05-1639 minAt The Bridge Pod: A Chelsea FC PodcastHas Marcos Alonso Just Ended His Chelsea Career?, Chelsea FCW Secure Their FIFTH Super League Title & Chelsea U23's Survival CONFIRMED! #CFCIn this episode the team are breaking down the HUGE story regarding Marcos Alonso's halftime bust up with Thomas Tuchel as Chelsea bottle a 2-0 lead against Wolves, could this be the end of his career at Stamford Bridge?
The team also celebrate the huge achievements by Emma Hayes' Chelsea FCW who won their third title in a row by beating Manchester United and the Chelsea U23 beating arch rivals Spurs to secure their place in the Premier League 2.
If you have a question for the team then contact them on Twitter at @AtTheBridgePod
(This episode was recorded on 9th...
2022-05-0947 min
Fran Kirby's Fight ClubNew Year New Chelsea? Or Same Chelsea (just not that one)?Chelsea FCW desperately needed a break, but we have missed them, and finally they're back! The new year for the Blues starts off with a major test against surprisingly 3rd place Spurs.
Maryam looks into what our London rivals have been doing well and how they've earned their spot, surprisingly, one point below Chelsea (though the Blues have a game in hand). She delivers a deep dive on what their manager has changed, as well as some standout performers who Chelsea need to be wary of.
Then we shift to discuss all things Chelsea! Including...
2022-01-0344 minFran Kirby's Fight ClubFKFC 2021-22 Chelsea FCW Season PreviewAnd we! Are! Back!
It's been a while, too long in fact, but Maryam & André are back with a brand new episode! As Chelsea FCW heads into their season opener we had a LOT to talk about, so we broke this episode up into several parts to make sure we could fit it all in.
We discuss the strengths and weaknesses of new signings Aniek Nouwen and Lauren James, plus where they might fit into the squad this year. Then we ask the question: did we do enough? With Lyon reloading and Barcelona continuing to i...
2021-08-2944 min
Luxury of Self CareNot Denied, Just Delayed: Building a Business #104 - Featuring Chelsea Christmas"There's a million things to do, and they will get done."
Chelsea Christmas was born and raised in Lancaster, PA. She comes from big family of strong men and women and I am 1 of 5 girls. Her purpose and passion has always been to bring women together through health and wellness. Chelsea has seen first hand through seasons of pain and uncertainty the importance of turning to health and wellness as a way to cope. Realizing caring for herself was not selfish, she holds herself responsible to do just that! Chelsea learned that healing is available in healthy c...
2021-07-2753 min
Fran Kirby's Fight Club2020/21 UWCL Final Preview - Chelsea FCW vs. FC Barcelona FemeniThe Champions League Final is nearly here!
Maryam and André break down this historic match in the only way they know how: tactics, analysis, player spotlights, and – much to André's chagrin – predictions!
One of these teams is going to lift the UWCL trophy as the first new winner of the past five years, we tell you what Chelsea need to do, be wary of, and gameplan against if it's to be them!
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Links referenced:
Om Arvind on Real Madrid's tactics versus Barcelona - https://www.managingmadrid.com/2021/2/2/22260720/analysis-david-aznar-el-clasico-tactics-barcelona-femeni-4-1-real-madrid-femenino-highlights-review
Kieran Doyle's video breakdown - http...
2021-05-1240 min
Fran Kirby's Fight Club2020/21 FA WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE CHAMPIONSCHELSEA FCW ARE THE 2020/21 WSL CHAMPIONS!!!
Maryam and André celebrate Chelsea's marvelously ruthless 2020/21 WSL season! We look back at some key moments and narratives about the team, how Chelsea and Emma Hayes overcame them, and how hindsight reveals just how dominant the team was. We also up the terror level for the rest of the league by discussing some ways in which Chelsea could get even better!
Listen in as we wrap up a fantastic, emotional, thrilling, ruthless, and title winning WSL season! #KTBFFH #CFCW
2021-05-1044 min
Fran Kirby's Fight ClubFKFC Champions League Preview - Chelsea FCW vs. FC Bayern MunichMaryam and André used the international break to study up on our next Champions League opponent: Bayern Munich!
But first we recap Chelsea's 6-0 romping of Birmingham City, then discuss the players' letter to ownership, as well as the response.
Then we dive deep into Bayern Munich by tracking the trajectory of their league form, identifying the players to watch out for, discussing their tactics, and revealing what Chelsea must immediately get right to avoid a repeat of the first leg versus Wolfsburg in the quarterfinal round. Give us a listen! #CFCW
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2021-04-1333 min
Fran Kirby's Fight ClubAUF WIEDERSEHENHAPPY WE BEAT WOFLSBURG POD! Maryam & André review Chelsea FCW's 5-1 aggregate win over Wolfsburg in the Champions League quarterfinal!
We spotlight the tactics, performances, and key moments that allowed Chelsea and Emma Hayes to finally clear this hurdle and turn the tables on Wolfsburg in the Champions League.
We also discuss the tremendous video of Emma Hayes' instructions to the team during the match that has been doing the rounds on Twitter. We discuss how excellent it is to hear that level of detail, what it says about the tactical mind of Emma Hayes, and how it reveals the t...
2021-04-0133 min
Fran Kirby's Fight Club#Kerrby #Kerrby #KerrbyWelcome to Fran Kirby's Fight Club!
In this episode Maryam and André review Chelsea FCW's 2-0 win over Aston Villa via two more #Kerrby connections, then shift their focus to the second leg of Chelsea's Champions League tie with Wolfsburg (which the Blues lead 2-1 on aggregate).
We review the first leg, in which Chelsea didn't at all look like themselves but still somehow escaped with the win and the narrow advantage. We review what went wrong, and tweaks Emma Hayes may make to ensure the same doesn't happen again.
We also break down Sam Kerr's incredible recent form, and t...
2021-03-2937 min
Fran Kirby's Fight Club#Kerrby #Kerrby #KerrbyWelcome to Fran Kirby's Fight Club!
In this episode Maryam and André review Chelsea FCW's 2-0 win over Aston Villa via two more #Kerrby connections, then shift their focus to the second leg of Chelsea's Champions League tie with Wolfsburg (which the Blues lead 2-1 on aggregate).
We review the first leg, in which Chelsea didn't at all look like themselves but still somehow escaped with the win and the narrow advantage. We review what went wrong, and tweaks Emma Hayes may make to ensure the same doesn't happen again.
We also break down Sam Kerr's incredible recent form, and t...
2021-03-2945 min
Fran Kirby's Fight ClubFKFC Champions League Preview - Chelsea FCW vs. WolfsburgMaryam and André are in your ears yet again with a quick overview of Chelsea running rampant at Walton Hall Park before turning our attentions toward the Champions League quarterfinal.
We then break down the full UWCL draw before focusing on Chelsea's tie with Wolfsburg. The German club are comfortably second in the Frauen Bundesliga but are clearly missing the goalscoring fireworks Pernille Harder provided -- because she's BLUUUUE!! We focus on the problems they could cause our newly reshuffled back line in light of Maren Mjelde's season-ending injury and give our predictions for both ties. #CFCW
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2021-03-2337 min
Fran Kirby's Fight ClubFKFC Champions League Preview - Chelsea FCW v. Atleti FemeninoMaryam and André get you set for the Blues resuming their Champions League run by welcoming Atlético Madrid Women into Kingsmeadow!
Both teams haven't played a competitive match since the 14th of February. We discuss that, Emma Hayes' probable approach to the match, the tactic Chelsea need to be prepared for, Atleti players to keep an eye on, plus our predictions for the first leg!
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2021-02-2730 min
Fran Kirby's Fight Club[Ji Voice] London Is BluuuuuuueChelsea FCW dispatched of Arsenal in impressive fashion, then went to Bristol and bombarded The Robins in an avalanche of attacks and, eventually, goals. We chat about Chelsea's performances in both matches, and spotlight some of our favorite goals.
Then we get into the tactical tweak from Emma Hayes that has unleashed the attack and led to the Blues piling on the goals. We also give special shoutouts to Sam Kerr for her unselfishness and tireless pressing work, and Pernille Harder for scoring six goals in her last three starts in all competitions!
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2021-02-1733 min
Fran Kirby's Fight ClubYou Get 4 Goals! You Get 4 Goals! You Get 4 Goals!Chelsea FCW are back to scoring goals in bunches! Four versus Manchester City in the Conti Cup quarterfinal, four versus Aston Villa, and another four against Spurs. We recap all the goals and break down the win versus Spurs in which Chelsea looked out of sorts for the first ~20 minutes, then did that thing they do, and that we love. Plus we give a special shoutout to the Leupolz-Ji pivot!
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2021-02-0233 min
Fran Kirby's Fight ClubDeep Dive #2: Chelsea's defenseWe made it to 2021! We hope you had a healthy and safe holiday and are ready for the return of Chelsea FCW — and what a return it will be! Six matches in just over two weeks!
To prepare, we did our second Deep Dive episode, this time on Chelsea's defense. We break down by Eriksson and Bright are the perfect complementary pair, what Emma Hayes is doing to help the fullbacks in transition, Jonna Andersson's growth, and a lot more! Give us a listen, rate and review — Fran Kirby will be pleased! :)
2021-01-0441 min
Fran Kirby's Fight ClubChelsea Back? We Back!Chelsea FCW—and thus we—ARE BACK!
Chelsea end their three-week break with a #ContiCup match versus Tottenham Hostpur, then get a chance at some early season revenge against Everton, this time in the league. Your hosts preview both matches, give updates from the international break, and make their predictions for the week's matches! Listen, rate and review!
2020-11-0339 min
Fran Kirby's Fight ClubYour Questions, Our Answers – It's the Q&A Pod!Chelsea FCW doesn't have a match this week or next but your hosts couldn't possibly go that long without talking about the team. So we hopped on Twitter (@FranKirbyFC) and solicited questions from you — our lovely listeners! The result? Our very first Q&A pod!
Maryam and André answer questions on Chelsea's January transfer window, tactical advancements in the WSL, which former Chelsea player they would want in the current squad, and more. Plus, André has a plan to cleanse the evil from Chelsea's third kit. (Disclaimer: Fran Kirby's Fight Club assumes no liability in the unlikely event of an acci...
2020-10-201h 00
Fran Kirby's Fight ClubLuv 2 Vanquish R EnemiesWOWOWOW! Your hosts are absolutely buzzing after a fantastic week in which Chelsea FCW faced their two primary rivals and came away victorious over both. Their FA Cup match versus the Gunners ended in a familiar 4-1 scoreline, and four days later the Citizens were heading back to Manchester with a 3-1 L.
Maryam and André discuss keys to Chelsea's dominance, Fran Kirby going supernova on poor Demi Stokes, Erin Cuthbert's wildcard role, and why you should never play poker with Ann-Katrin Berger. Give us a listen!
2020-10-1350 min
The Happy Now PodcastInterview with Chelsea Christmas Founder of Fit City Women e16We had the opportunity to chat with Chelsea Christmas, the founder of Fit City Women this week and we hope you love her interview as much as we did. Not only did we enjoy learning about the story behind FCW, we had so much fun chatting work outs and what we all like to do for exercise in the stages of life we’re living... it was encouraging to know we’re not alone in our fitness journeys — and that even the leader of a fitness community has cheat days. Be sure to listen for tips and inspiration, along with ou...
2020-09-1100 min