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VFTS Podcast - Ep.21.

February 03, 2022 10:14 - 1 hour - 37.5 MB

After 5 months away, VFTS is finally back. A lot has happened in the football world since the last time the gang sat down to discuss ball. Shain, Keanu & Darnel caught up and unpacked what has been going on. On this weeks episode: A review of each of our clubs at the halfway mark. Brief unpacking of Arsenal & Man Utd transfer window. Newcastle take over. And Lastly, Who will grab the last spot of the Top 4?

VFTS Podcast - Ep.20.

August 24, 2021 21:31 - 1 hour - 54.1 MB

Yes. VFTS 20th Episode is finally here! Big milestone. After a few months away, we return with new topics, new guests and the biggest transfer of the window so far, a new co-host. Shain & Fanuel are joined by VFTS regular Perry who has joined the team. The new 2021/22 season began 2 weeks ago however, we decided to wait until we saw a bit of the teams to do our predictions for the season. Our predictions ranged from Premier League Champions to biggest flops of the season etc.. We also review...

VFTS Podcast - Ep.19.

June 03, 2021 14:31 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

This week saw two of the biggest games of the football calendar year, the Champions League final and the Europa League final. Manchester United vs Villareal and Chelsea vs Manchester City. This week the host Shain and co-host Fanuel were joined by 3 guests, Favour (United fan), Keanu (Liverpool fan) and Charlie (Spurs fan). This episode saw us go into the two finals and share our opinions on what happened in both games and how we felt this affected the English teams involved. Our conversatio...

VFTS Podcast - Ep.18.

May 22, 2021 12:40 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

On this weeks episode of VFTS, host (Shain) and co-host (Fanuel) were alone as there were no guests. The FA Cup Final was the main topic of discussion as Leicester City were triumphant against Chelsea. That led into a discussion about Tuchel/Chelsea and what would be a success this season. Also, there have been 2 Arsenal players who have improved their performances of late so we went on to talk about their seasons. They were Nicolas Pepe & Joe Willock (on loan to Newcastle). As the season is...

VFTS Podcast - Ep.17.

May 15, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 35.2 MB

This week saw fans treated to a London derby in the form of Chelsea and Arsenal meeting in the midweek followed by the current league champions heading over to Old Trafford for an English Classic, United vs Liverpool. It was only right we were joined by a United fan in the form of Favour and a Liverpool fan in the form of Dylan, both previous guests and friends of the show. Shain was obviously in high spirits as Arsenal had triumphed over Chelsea with a 1-0 win at the Bridge which warranted ...

VFTS Podcast - Ep.16.

May 08, 2021 10:14 - 1 hour - 72 MB

Episode 16 is Here! This episode sees Shain and Fanuel solo, This week there were no guests but this allowed us to get deeper on some topics. We spoke about the flurry of games in the last two weeks in both the Europa League and the Champions League. We spoke on our individual teams Arsenal and Chelsea and their progress in Europe. This led into a brief covering of the current Arsenal owner situation as Spotify's Daniel Ek launched a bid for Arsenal. The amount of world class talent on displa...

VFTS Podcast - Ep.15.

May 03, 2021 18:12 - 1 hour - 40.3 MB

This week we are joined by a range of supporters in the form of our friends as we dissect the weeks biggest talking point, The Super League. We dive into the motivations for the proposed Super League as well as the widespread backlash being seen in the media as well as by the fans. As this episode features Arsenal, United, Liverpool and Chelsea fans we are able to get a scoop into how each team has been affected by the decisions and our feelings towards our respective owners. We also go into ...

VFTS Podcast - Ep.14.

April 13, 2021 17:17 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

No guests for this weeks special. We briefly dive into Champions League Quarter-Final first legs and then have a deep talk about Arsenal & Mikel Arteta's problems This episode is called VFTS - Arsenal Therapy Special.

VFTS Podcast - Ep.13.

April 02, 2021 17:05 - 38 minutes - 32.6 MB

This weekend renews the 'rivalry' between two English giants; Arsenal & Liverpool. Liverpool haven't recorded an away win against Arsenal since 2016 but majority of the games at The Emirates have been draws. This episode discusses the midfield battle of the two teams, Liverpool's defence, Partey & Thiago problems, Aubameyang & Mane problems, the guests ideal line-ups for the game, alongside the predictions for this game. This weeks guests were Lewis AKA Mense who is a regular and new guest a...

VFTS Podcast - Ep.12.

March 27, 2021 11:05 - 59 minutes - 55.3 MB

It's the international break and 3 months before England take part in Euro 2020. The delayed anticipated tournament. We decided to invite 4 guests this week who all know each other very well so we could put together England's 23 man squad. This is the VFTS England 23 man Euro squad discussed. Everyone has to agree. Featuring: Dylan, Ollie, Perry & new VFTS guest Darnel aka Chillz.

VFTS Podcast - Ep.11.

March 21, 2021 19:37 - 1 hour - 38.9 MB

Another episode ft. Lewis AKA Mense. Talking about Arsenal's victory in the North London Derby, Tottenham's Europa League knockout, Champions League, latest England squad and this weeks Premier League Predictions.

VFTS Podcast - Ep.10.

February 21, 2021 15:46 - 1 hour - 47.5 MB

This episode saw us welcome back Toye and introduce 2 Liverpool fans in Dylan and Ollie making this the first 5 man episode. Naturally the chat started with a recap and forum on Liverpool’s current form and title hopes around their consistent and unfortunate Injuries. We discussed the possible Manager Bounce being witnessed under Tuchel’s Chelsea which then lead into a discussion around the dominant midweek performances of Mbappe and Haaland, is this the next generation of GOAT? This led us ...

VFTS Podcast - Ep.9.

February 05, 2021 18:39 - 1 hour - 59.6 MB

A chat about the Twitter / 'London' Derby; Arsenal v Man Utd loool. Also going into David Luiz's red card vs. Wolves and Liverpool's loss of form. Andre Villas-Boas was also centre of attention when he handed in his resignation after Marseille signed a player he did not want. This weeks predictions also followed.

VFTS Podcast - Ep.8.

January 29, 2021 19:58 - 1 hour - 35.9 MB

A chat with this weeks guests, Ollie and James about this weeks drama. Frank Lampard was sacked as Chelsea boss so a discussion on that and his replacement Thomas Tuchel. Also, the Milan derby caught the eyes of many because of Lukaku vs. Ibrahimovic beef. Lastly, we talked about Mesut Ozil's departure from Arsenal along with this weeks predictions.

VFTS Podcast - Ep.7.

January 24, 2021 16:11 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

A chat about youth players and getting the right balance between youth and experience. Main part of the podcast was about Chelsea but there is bits about Arsenal and Liverpool too. This week featuring, Jordan & Kingsley.

VFTS Podcast - Ep.6.

January 17, 2021 18:30 - 1 hour - 47.5 MB

Chat about the start of the season until now. The twists, the turns, and form of teams and players. Also new predictions for the season and for Gameweek 19. Featuring. Favour & Mense.

VFTS Podcast - Ep.5.

December 06, 2020 10:42 - 40 minutes - 21.1 MB

A discussion about the controversy surrounding handball and VAR. Also talking about Fulham's return to the Premier League and how we see them finishing the season. Recent England call ups for Calvert-Lewin, Saka and Harvey Barnes also discussed along with the usual review of the previous fixtures and predictions for next gameweek. Ft. Perry & Rory.

VFTS Podcast - Ep.4.

December 06, 2020 10:38 - 1 hour - 46.2 MB

A discussion on QPR refusing to take the knee and a statement put out by Les Ferdinand. Also, talking about Micah Richards defending himself for getting a job at Sky Sports and defending Alex Scott for her new job on Question of Sport and her general punditry. Current state of GK's is was also a topic on this weeks episode. Lastly, Gameweek 2 review and Gameweek 3 predictions. Ft. Mense & Favour.

VFTS Podcast - Ep.3.

December 06, 2020 10:27 - 1 hour - 45.7 MB

Discussion this week about current racism in football, specifically Neymar incident in Ligue 1. Transfers which have happened this week (Gareth Bale to Tottenham & Thiago to Liverpool). Recap/Review from Premier League Gameweek 1 and also predictions for Gameweek 2. Ft. Mense & Favour.

VFTS Podcast - Ep.2.

December 05, 2020 03:36 - 50 minutes - 19.6 MB

Premier League 2020/21 season predictions ft. Fanuel & Joseph