The Dressing Room

What’s going on at Man United and who is to blame for their poor form? Are Brighton beginning to dream of ‘doing a Leicester? Have Chelsea turned a corner after keeping a clean sheet at last? Plus, what happened when Carlton and Joe did their own ‘Lisandro Rant’, the perils of being a footballing parent, Happy Hammers, subs and finishers, Stephen Bywater vs Kevin Keegan and another round of ‘Who’s...

City beat Liverpool 3-0 - but are they title contenders or in a relegation battle? Plus who has the bigger problems Man Utd or Spurs, why are Liverpool misfiring, will Arsenal’s squad depth bring them the Premier League Title and can Brighton qualify for the Champions League? Plus what really happens on ‘Warm Weather Training’, Party Music (Phil Collins anyone??!!), Highlights of the Week and Happ...

A VERY Funny episode with a VERY Special Guest - footballer, podcaster, national treasure and the busiest man in Showbiz - the one and only Peter Crouch. From playing with ’The Golden Generation’ to dancing for Prince William and chasing down Kaka for the Golden Boot Award - we cover the life and times of one of the country's favourite footballers. Plus, who’s Crouchy’s favourite players, mana...

What will be the fallout to the news Man City have been found guilty of breaking PL financial rules? Joe, Carlton and Wayne have their say on arguably the biggest story to hit the Premier League. Plus England nearly overcame the World Champions, but despite the loss to Spain are there reasons to be cheerful and optimistic? Also Bridgey has a weekend of ‘double trouble’ (not to mention an accident...

Arsenal were ‘pecked by The Seagulls’ - but how did Brighton win so convincingly? Spurs scored twice, but Villa netted 3 times - what can De Zerbi do in the International Break to turn Tottenham around? Plus we’re joined by Football Finance Expert Stefan Borson to get to the bottom of what’s going on with Chelsea, Carlton’s been relaxing by going for walks in the forest but it still doesn’t s...

After another VAR nightmare at the weekend during the Manchester Derby what - if anything - can be done to make it better? Plus Chelsea’s defensive issues, Spurs still can’t score, West Ham top the Championship and remembering the great Ludo Miklosko. Also why did Joe throw a massage table across the Dressing Room, school days memories and who didn’t make the Oasis after party?  hellothedress...

Arsenal may have taken 3 points but were there positives for Chelsea and who has the best Front 3 - The Gunners or The Blues? Plus Everton’s last gasp equaliser, how do you break a scoring drought, Lampard v Schoies v Gerrard. - who was best and how did Carlton end up injured by a mannequin? Also a new feature - The Dressing Down, Who’s on Carlton’s ’Shirt of the Week’ and is Kai Havertz the...

Are Chelsea the ‘real deal’ or is it too soon for Alonso’s boys? Plus Man Utd impress, Spurs still look shaky and Hull make it two wins from two - is Joe getting worried about that forfeit??! Plus what’s it like being a player on Transfer Deadline Day - new team, new coaches, new playing colleagues, not to mention the potential headaches of moving into a new home and finding a new school for...

Did Joe inspire Hull City to a famous opening day win over Man Utd, what makes Brentford so good but will it be a long, hard season for Spurs and Villa? Plus Jellyfish stings, players v FIFA, highlights of the week and why was Carlton left stranded in his Calvin Klein’s in Barcelona????!?! hellothedressingroom@gmail.com ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://lin...

We're back and getting excited for the start of the 2026/7 Premier League Season. Crystal balls are at the ready as Joe Cole, Carlton Cole and Wayne Bridge try and predict the Top 3, Bottom 3 and Golden Boot winner in the Premier League, plus who might surprise some people and which managers are already under pressure even before a ball has been kicked? Also Wayne has a nightmare with a washing ma...

Wayne Bridge and Carlton Cole are joined by Dave from The Secret Scout for a full World Cup 2026 debrief. Carlton didn’t enjoy the final but is glad Argentina’s bullies didn’t win. The guys marvel at the brilliance of Spain and the seemingly untouchable Rodri.  We go off on Tuchel’s tactics and lack of ambition, but praise the England squad for a valiant effort. We look ahead and pick England...

As we build to The 2026 World Cup Final we have another Bonus Episode for you. Carlton has brushed off his Quizmaster Jacket and delved into World Cup History to present his ‘really stupidly hard’ World Cup Quiz. Note for the pedants this was recorded before the 2026 tournament got underway! hellothedressingroom@gmail.com ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: http...

What was better David Platt’s volley against Belgium or Michael Owen’s dazzling run and goal against Argentina? From great goals to headline grabbing controversies Joe, Carlton and Wayne pick their favourite ever World Cup matches…..there’s even a mention of a goal by some bloke called Joe Cole against Sweden! hellothedressingroom@gmail.com ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podc...

Ahead of England's huge match against Mexico we find out what’s it like playing for England at a World Cup. From Call up to Card school, partying and penalties this is everything you need to know about life with on the road with the ‘3 Lions' at a World Cup. Some cracking tales including what happened at David Beckham’s pre World Cup party, how Bridgey got left behind in Japan, why Joe upset David...

Time for the much anticipated Roger Milla Quiz! Joe’s your quizmaster but who will claim the prize of his treasured Roger Milla figure which is still box fresh - Carlton or Bridgey?  hellothedressingroom@gmail.com ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/dressingroompod 📱 Follow Us On Socials: TikTok:    / dressingroompodcast  ...

What’s your first World Cup Memory? Joe, Carlton and Wayne head back in time to Italia 90, USA '94 and France '98 to relive David Platt’s volley, Gazza’s tears, Roger Milla’s dancing, Baggio’s penalty miss and playing with and against France’s World Cup winners. Plus how did Joe annoy his neighbours and there’s an idea for a new quiz. hellothedressingroom@gmail.com ✅ Subscribe Here: @dr...

After 60 years of hurt is football coming home in 2026? On the eve of their first match against Croatia - Joe, Carlton and Wayne are joined by Dave from ‘The Secret Scout’ to assess the 3 Lions chances of going all the way. Are they too reliant on Harry Kane, is the defence strong enough and has Tuchel made a mistake in leaving Palmer and Foden back home? Plus Panama Facts from Joe, England’s poss...

Joe, Carlton and Wayne are joined by Dave from ’The Secret Scout’ for the first of our World Cup Previews. On this episode we look at the favourites to claim the trophy plus Dave highlights some of the ‘under the radar players’ to look out for and who might make the Headlines this summer. Plus Joe makes a shocking prediction about Spain, Bridgey outlines the teams he’s looking forward to watc...

Full review and analysis of the Champions League Final as PSG claimed back to back titles. Plus Joe’s trip to Budapest, props to Luis Enrique, the art of the penalty shoot out, who should Arsenal sign and the genius of Doue. Also now Arne Slot has gone who should take over at Liverpool and Joe makes a shock prediction. And as the season comes to an end it’s time for our Alternative Awards.  h...

So that was the 25/26 Premier League season. Fair play to Arsenal - even Bridgey’s applauding and praising them! What next for West Ham, how close was Jose Mourinho to joining them and could he have preserved their PL status? It’s Goodbye to Pep - but did he change English football for the better? Plus Spygate - Carlton has the inside scoop on what ACTUALLY happened, The England World Cup Squ...

Big names, Big moves and Big Questions - Will Xabi Alonso be given the freedom to try and bring back the glory days to Chelsea? Can Jose Mourinho bring harmony and success to Real Madrid? And did Pep Guardiola give Joe a hint about his future plans? Plus on Carlton’s quiz we look back at ‘Last Day Dramas’, Fashion advice from Wayne Rooney, Salah v Slot and Twitter Fines hellothedressingroom@g...

The Biggest VAR Call in Premier League History - but did they get it right or is VAR for the bin? Also what’s the secret to Brighton, Brentford and Bournemouth’s success, is Arne Slot under pressure at Liverpool and Joe is getting all romantic about the FA Cup Final. Carlton’s got his golden jacket on again so that must mean he’s back with another quiz and this one is a bit spicy, Joe for Presiden...

Is the Title now Arsenal’s or will there be another twist? In the battle to stay in the Premier League West Ham suffer a set back while Spurs’ revival continues - we assess the impact of De Zerbi and how he's turned the club around. Also when is offside not offside, the genius of Doku, do Managerial Friendships have any impact on matches, how does fatigue take it’s toll on players and motivat...

The Boys headed to Wembley for ’The Wayne Bridge Derby’ on Saturday and a day/night with Liam Gallagher of Oasis and Liam Howlett of The Prodigy - it’s fair to say it was a big one! Plus Chelsea made the FA Cup Final - but what next for The Blues? The relegation battle continues to enthrall - mainly for neutrals - but can Carlton survive another month of it??!! Also an insight into ’The Dark Arts’...

All the gang are back as City close the gap with Arsenal thanks to a 2-1 win at The Etihad - but is the Premier League title race really over? Plus has De Zerbi shown he can save Spurs, what next for Chelsea and should Max Dowman go to the World Cup….it’s fair to say Bridgey and Carlton strongly disagree! Also what happened when Roman Abramovich helicoptered in to the training ground to give...