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London Is Blue - Chelsea FC Podcast

London Is Blue - Chelsea FC Podcast

London Is Blue 1590 Episodes Jul 3, 2026

A Chelsea FC podcast produced in the USA, hosted by @bbbusbee, @dandormer, and @nickverlaney. It covers all things Chelsea FC, including the English Premier League, UEFA Champions League, and other cup competitions. The podcast is supported by Patreon.

Episodes

#1615 | World Cup Scouting! Ranking Ideal Transfer Targets ft. CFC Central #CFC Jul 3, 2026 2974 In this episode of the London Is Blue Podcast Dan and Sam, review potential transfer targets for Chelsea based on standout performances from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They break their recommendations into distinct categories, including "A tier" players on the verge of breaking out and "S tier" marquee players who would be "transformative" for the squad. Amid rumors of outgoings, they identify centr
#1614 | Marco Palestra Special! Deep Dive and Tactical Analysis ft. CFC Central! #CFC Jun 29, 2026 2641 In this scouting special of the London is Blue podcast, Dan and Sam analyze Chelsea's new 21-year-old signing Marco Palestra, the "Serie A defender of the year" who primarily broke out on loan at Cagliari. Sam describes his assessment as "slightly leaning towards confused" because Palestra boasts elite, "stupendously well utilized" attacking off-ball movement and dribbling skills , but pairs them
#1613 | Fan Mailbag! Tactics with Xabi! Summer Transfer Targets! Squad Management! ft. CFC Central #CFC Jun 27, 2026 2201 In this mailbag edition of the London Is Blue Podcast, Dan and Sam (CFC Central) discuss the current World Cup tournament, highlighting standout stories such as the success of Cabo Verde and the strong showing of African nations. They preview prospective defensive signings for Chelsea, specifically touching on the attributes of wing-back Palestra and Crystal Palace center-back Lacroix as potentia
#1612 | Ben Jacobs Special! Palestra! Enzo! Reece! Malo! Tactics and Transfers! #CFC Jun 25, 2026 4231 In this episode of the London is Blue Podcast, journalist Ben Jacobs joins Nick as he discusses Chelsea's accelerating summer transfer window under manager Xabi Alonso. The club recently finalized a €50+ million "hijack" deal for 21-year-old Atalanta fullback Marco Palestra, a highly versatile player who fits Alonso's demanding, fluid system. This signing triggers potential domino effects for Malo
#1611 | World Cup Vibes! Our Upcoming Season! Transfers! Team Dynamics! #CFC Jun 22, 2026 2503 In this episode of the London is Blue podcast, Dan and Nick dive into the excitement of the ongoing North American World Cup, featuring Nick's firsthand experience at Arrowhead Stadium watching Curacao secure a historic point against Ecuador. "The vibes have been incredible," Nick notes while introducing his comprehensive five-tier ranking of World Cup contenders, sleepers, and flops. Shifting foc
#1610 | Gary Cahill Special! Reminiscing his First CL and PL! Best Matches! Career Highlights! #CFC Jun 18, 2026 2717 On this episode of the London Is Blue Podcast, Nick and Dan travel to Chicago for a special fan event where they sit down with Chelsea Football Club legend Gary Cahill. Cahill reflects on the incredible growth of the club's US fan base and discusses his storied career, including the unforgettable, historic 2012 Champions League triumph in Munich. He also shares insights on the standards set by for
#1609 | Ben Jacobs Special! Our Left Back Dilemma. World Cup Vibes! Enzo? #CFC Jun 15, 2026 3643 On this episode of the London is Blue Podcast, Nick and Ben Jacobs break down the vibrant fan atmosphere of the ongoing World Cup alongside breaking Chelsea transfer news. The biggest headline features left-back Marc Cucurella's rapid €60 million move to Real Madrid, a massive sale that helps Chelsea satisfy their final Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) obligations. Ben Jacobs reinforces that
#1608 | Chelsea's Sponsorship Woes with Sean Connell of The Sponsor #CFC Jun 12, 2026 3734 In this episode of the London Is Blue Podcast, Nick and marketing expert Sean Connell of The Sponsor break down Chelsea FC's precarious commercial landscape, noting that the club's strategy of holding out for an inflated sponsor fee has severely backfired due to a lack of European football. Connell explains that while Chelsea's internal valuation demands upwards of £50 million, the cold hard tru
#1607 | World Cup Preview Part 2! Best Player? Golden Boot? Rivalries! #CFC Jun 10, 2026 2651 Part 2 of the London Is Blue World Cup Preview! Nick, Nath and Jés breaks down the hosting atmosphere, major award predictions, breakout stars, and kit fashion ahead of the tournament. Anticipating a historic tournament in North America, the hosts note that the intense summer heat in the United States and referee inconsistency will heavily test teams. To highlight the standout individual performer
#1606 | World Cup Preview Part 1! Logistical Challenges! New Rules! Predictions! #CFC Jun 8, 2026 3664 On this episode of the London Is Blue podcast, Nick, Jés and Nath kick off a two-part 2026 World Cup preview to shift their focus toward international football after a highly frustrating Chelsea club season. The crew details major logistical challenges facing the expanded 48-team tournament, alongside strict new regulatory overhauls regarding time-wasting penalties, tactical dugout technology, and
#1605 | Xabi Alonso Special Part 2! Midfield, Attack and Q&A ft. CFC Central! #CFC Jun 5, 2026 2384 Part 2 of the London is Blue Podcast's Xabi Alonso special! Nick and Sam's discussion shifts to Xabi Alonso’s midfield and attacking strategies, which are defined by a fluid "organic, not robotic" approach that prioritizes quick interchanges and third-man combinations. His midfield philosophy often utilizes a double pivot of "all action" midfielders who maintain close proximity to minimize ball lo
#1604 | Xabi Alonso Special Part 1! Background, Philosophy and Defence ft. CFC Central! #CFC Jun 3, 2026 3628 On this episode of the London is Blue Podcast, Nick and Sam explore Xabi Alonso’s journey from a "maestro" midfielder at clubs like Liverpool and Real Madrid to an "invincible" manager who transformed Bayer Leverkusen from a relegation-threatened side into Bundesliga champions. His coaching philosophy is rooted in a "collective mentality" that prioritizes the unit over individual stars, favoring a

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