The Full Kit Banter Podcast

West Ham climbed into the top 3 with a huge win over title chasing Liverpool, who have no dropped points in back to back games since their big win at Old Trafford. Chelsea could only get a point against plucky Burnley, while Arsenal continued their resurgence with an assured win over Watford. In the Manchester Derby, the blue half dealt a humbling lesson to the Red Devils as their inconsistent for...

(This podcast was recorded before Antonio Conte was officially announced as Tottenham's new manager) Nuno Espirito Santo was dismissed by Tottenham after a dismal performance against fellow beleaguered rivals Manchester United, and after his key players continued to misfire. We now know that Daniel Levy had a trump card up his sleeve in Conte, so just how will the Italian rejuvenate this Spurs sid...

Wow...just wow. Manchester United were dismantled at home to a rampant Liverpool and Mohamed Salah. OGS now finds himself under immense pressure as talks of him facing the sack hit new heights. Elsewhere, Arsenal extended their unbeaten streak in the Premier League to go level on points with the aforementioned Red Devils and Chelsea hit Norwich for seven thanks to a Mason Mount hat-trick. Timecode...

Chelsea had Edouard Mendy to thank after leaving the Brentford Community Stadium with all 3 points. Elsewhere, Liverpool put on a 5-star display against hapless Watford, while Leicester out-foxed The Red Devils to heap more pressure on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Timecodes: 1:20 - Brentford vs Chelsea recap 2:50 - Thomas Frank’s tactics changed the game in the last 30 mins 4:40 - Mendy the new minister...

FKB's resident Blue shares his thoughts regarding Newcastle's recent takeover by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) as well as some of the blowback from the deal. But are the same voices who are against these new owners part of the problem as well?

On this episode, we discuss the dramatic fall from greatness at the Camp Nou and what were the key moments that led to it. In addition to that, we also take a look at a club with imminent success in their future, Newcastle United. Timecodes:  2:20 - Barcelona's demise discussion 3:20 - Neymar's transfer began this domino effect 7:10 - Dembele transfer 9:30 - Barcelona's philosophy changed aft...

Liverpool and Manchester City played out one of the most thrilling games of the season so far as both teams left with a point. FKB welcomes a new face (voice) to discuss the big match and shed some light on the officiating in that game. Elsewhere, Chelsea worked hard for their win which took them top of the table, while groans continue to emerge from Old Trafford after star players were benched in...

Premier League champs Manchester City looked back to their irresistible best as Gabriel Jesus handed European champs Chelsea their first league defeat of the season. Elsewhere, Manchester United also suffered their first league defeat against Aston Villa, with huge penalty drama coming late on. Liverpool failed to make the most of those dropped points after a thrilling 3-3 draw at Brentford, while...

Another action packed weekend of Premier League actions sees Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea joint top on 13 points. The Red Devils had David De Gea to thank at the final whistle, as he pulled off the most clutch of penalty saves in the dying seconds. Chelsea switched things around at half time to down rivals Tottenham, while Manchester City struggled to break down a Southampton side that...

Just like how an award winning movie script would have had it, Cristiano Ronaldo scored two important goals on his return for Manchester United. Elsewhere, the table toppers at the end of MD3 suffered a demoralising 3 - 0 defeat to Crystal Palace as debutant Odsonne Edouard scored twice as well. Wins for Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal (their first of the season) and Liverpool followed, but the...

This weeks episode focuses on who we think will walk away with the coveted Premier League Golden Boot come the end of the season. Will goal machines Cristiano Ronaldo and Romelu Lukaku continue to do what they do best or will some of the usual suspects in Kane and Salah spoil their returns to the Premier League? Might we instead see a new star emerge? Also, we talk about some of our favourite foot...

What a week of football as a truly manic transfer window continued to blow our minds. Cristiano Ronaldo re-joined Manchester United in a deal that seemed to manifest in the blink of an eye while results wise, Liverpool could not break down a resolute Chelsea and Champions Manchester City demolished an Arsenal side that looks bereft of confidence and ideas at the moment. And surprise, surprise...it...

Romelu Lukaku made a dream return to the Chelsea starting XI as he not only scored, but ran the show against London rivals Arsenal, who find themselves in quite the pickle...especially with champions Manchester City on the horizon. How will Lukaku fair against Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool at Anfield in gameweek 3, who also ran out 2-0 winners against Burnley. We talk about Manchester United dropping p...

We were treated to an amazing opening weekend of Premier League action and saw the much anticipated return of capacity crowds. Who were the biggest winners and losers of the weekend? Timecodes: 01:56 - Tottenham vs Manchester City 12:51 - Huge setback for Arsenal vs Brentford 33:59 - Chelsea cruise vs Palace 38:00 - Liverpool and Salah overpower Norwich 43:33 - Manchester United and Bruno off to a...

It's indeed been a messy transfer window, with clubs seeming waiting on each other to pursue deals of their own. With a few more weeks before the window shuts, we still expect a few twists and turns. One huge twist however came when Lionel Messi left Barcelona for Paris, with the arguable G.O.A.T set to lead a new look, and quite frankly terrifying, PSG. Also, we discuss Leicester's win over Manch...

After a brief hiatus, FKB's back and with a new look to boot. With the 21/22 Premier League season just a couple of weeks away, we take a quick trip down memory lane to talk about some of the scummiest players to have ever graced English football's top flight.

Our month long festival of futbal wrapped up this weekend as Italy triumphed at Wembley. We'll talk about the fallout of that penalty shootout and how both sides may look a year from now at the World Cup in Qatar. Also, Lionel Messi finally ended his trophy drought with the senior Argentina side as they beat Brazil in an exhilarating Copa America Final.

Italy, Spain, England and Denmark are your Euro 2020 semifinalists. Who will meet in the final + who prevails there? Join us as we talk Euros and the latest rumours from the transfer market. (This episode was recorded on 05 July 2021)

Euro 2020 pulled up its first big major of the competition as favourites France crashed out at the Round of 16 stage. Which other heavyweight will fall and are we in for another surprise winner 17 years on from Greece's triumph?

It's award season here on FKB but not quite like how we're used to. We pick our combined XI of players who've failed to live up to lofty expectations, and in some cases, price tags! 

After a year-long wait, the European Championships are finally here! Will the tournament favourites live up to the hype or are we in for a surprise this summer?

Chelsea are your new champions of Europe after putting in one of the all-time great UCL final performances. FKB talks about what led to their triumph in Rome as well as dissects Villarreal's victory over Manchester United in the Europa League .

And just like that, the 20/21 Premier League season, which has led us on a rollercoaster of emotions, is over. Join us once again as we discuss the action from the final matchday as we also look ahead to the finals of the UEFA competitions. (This podcast was recorded on 24 May 2021)

3 goalkeepers, 3 different stories this past weekend as a domestic trophy was decided and the race for the Top 4 added yet another cliffhanger to its growing collection this season. (This podcast was recorded on 18 May 2021)

After Arsenal's glimmer of hope for some success this season was extinguished by Villarreal in the Europa League, FKB sat down to discuss where the Gunners go from here. (This podcast was recorded on 10 May 2021- Before Chelsea vs Arsenal)