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An independent podcast covering Fulham FC. Created by fans for the fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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An independent podcast covering Fulham FC. Created by fans for the fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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English


Episodes
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He’s done it again! But can Harry Wilson and Fulham sustain their form?

1/27/2026
Lost for words when it comes to Harry Wilson? Listen as Sam, Kish and Wiggo try to find some which accurately sum up his latest piece of magic. And after waxing lyrical about our Welsh wizard, the gang then answer the more fundamental question: can Wilson and Fulham maintain their form to keep us dreaming of Europe? Or were there performances in our latest burglary of Brighton that suggest trouble is just around the corner? Meanwhile, with one week to go before the January transfer window closes, could the arrival of Oscar Bobb, Ricardo Pepi and the like set up a blockbuster end to the season? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:59:41

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Preview Pod: How many of our returning AFCON stars should start against Brighton?

1/23/2026
After a traitorous trip to Leeds, the Fulham faithful were in need of a pick-me-up this week - and, momentarily, some big-money transfer rumours seemed to do just that. But as Sam and Kish headed to the Focus turret to discuss Oscar Bobb, Arthur Atta, and the small matter of our game against Brighton, it all changed. So how worried should we be at the suggestion Harry Wilson won’t sign a new contract until Marco Silva’s future is resolved? And can we banish any concerns as we welcome back Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi and Samuel Chukwueze to take on the Seagulls? Discover all that and more in this edition of Fulham Focus as we preview Saturday's match with Joe from Albion Obsessed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:05:51

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Was Leeds away a bigger shambles on or off the pitch?

1/19/2026
After a 10-hour round trip that almost didn't even see them get into the game, it's fair to say some of the Focus gang were ready for a rant. But after Lucas Nmecha's late winner and a Fulham performance that barely got started, maybe it would have been better if issues with the digital tickets hadn't been resolved. Join Sam and Tristan after a horrible trip to Elland Road as they review what went wrong for Marco Silva's men with Kish, who took in the shambles from a safe distance outside of Yorkshire. They discuss a Jedi lacking the force, a game lacking any discernible highlights, and a Fulham side lacking any way of making things happen regardless of their formation. In need of some pod therapy after a poor game and a poor transfer window so far? This one is for you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:05:03

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Preview Pod: Can Fulham stand up to Leeds’ big boys?

1/16/2026
After progress in the FA Cup and the glory of defeating Chelsea, Fulham are back on their travels this weekend. But can Marco Silva's depleted squad extend that unbeaten run against the giants that make up a rejuvenated Leeds United, and at the cauldron that is Elland Road? And with the Whites once again looking susceptible at set-plays, who will step up to take charge against Daniel Farke's side of six footers? Sam is joined by Adam Elliott from All Stats Aren't We to hear how the hosts have turned their season around, and then pairs up with Kish to discuss which of Issa Diop, Tom Cairney, Harry Wilson and Kevin can inspire the Cottagers to a first double of the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:00:08

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Did Raul and Wilson show who really levelled up?

1/9/2026
Oh yes!! How good does that one feel!? Join Kish, Tristan and Dylan to bask in the glory of Wednesday night's derby delight. They pay tribute to the heroic contributions that made it possible: Harry Wilson’s clutch winner, Raul Jimenez’s barnstorming performance, Bernd Leno’s quick-thinking, Tosin’s terrible defending, and Marc Cucurella’s total idiocy. With his third victory over that lot in three years, our trio also ponder whether Marco Silva really is close to securing GOAT status in SW6. And with things suddenly looking rather rosy in the league, they look ahead to a long journey along the road to Wembley, that starts against Middlesbrough this weekend and could end in FA Cup glory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:06:16

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After Reed’s rocket rescues a point, who is next up as an unlikely hero against Chelsea?

1/5/2026
Be honest, none of you had a 97th minute Harrison Reed rocket in front of the Hammersmith End on your 2026 predictions list did you? Join Kish straight after full time as he salutes the Ginger Iniesta's efforts to rescue a deserved point at home to Liverpool and tries to recover ahead of another does of SW6 drama under the lights on Wednesday In Part 1 Matt Arter is on hand to talk all things Liverpool including Reed's rocket, VAR shambles, TC taking the p*ss and Marco making a switch to 5ATB work In Part 2 Fahd Ahmed from the Blueprint Chelsea Tactics Pod joins the pair to break down where the West London Derby will be won and lost and explain how our rivals have ended up managerless and waiting for former Fulham man Liam Rosenior to take the helm It's your last big double bill of the hectic festive period of football and like Harrison Reed we've saved some fireworks for the end! So be sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your pods for more Fulham Focus content in the coming weeks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:14:59

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Can threadbare Fulham go five unbeaten in the league when the Champions visit the Cottage?

1/3/2026
It took a magic moment from the Captain and came at the cost of an injury to Kenny Tete, but Fulham kept their recent unbeaten streak in the league going at Crystal Palace on New Year's Day Next up, our first game at the Cottage in 2026 as Liverpool come to visit. Last season an aggressive, front foot display dismantled the Champions-to-be at but can we repeat the trick with a squad ravaged by injuries and AFCON? Join Sam and Sarge as they discuss TC's worldie, Cuenca's heinous head injury, Kenny's hamstring, January Transfer rumours and much more in another Fulham Focus double bill And they'll discuss Arne Slot's stuttering title defence and break down where Fulham vs Liverpool will be won and lost with a Kopite who used to work the turnstiles at Craven Cottage, Ben Cooke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:21:09

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With Fulham up to 10th, has Marco Silva conjured up a Christmas miracle?`

12/30/2025
Not so long ago, Fulham fans were fearing the worst with the side sitting just above the relegation zone - but back-to-back 1-0 victories have suddenly catapulted the Whites to within three points of the European spots. So how has Marco Silva changed the vibe at Craven Cottage? Have we actually played well while getting the job done? And could the turnaround continue as we get ready to face recent nemesis Oliver Glasner and his Eagles? Join us for another Fulham Focus double header as Kish discusses two London derbies; In part one, he is joined by Wiggo to make sense of Saturday's win at West Ham. And then in the second half (42:00), Sam is back and together they preview a New Year’s Day encounter at Selhurst Park with Tampa’s smartest Crystal Palace fan, analyst Pat Rosanio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:27:51

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After felling Forest, can the festive cheer continue at West Ham?

12/25/2025
Following a win and a clean sheet against Nottingham Forest, Fulham are 10 points clear of both our (not Boxing Day) opponents and the relegation zone. But can we repeat the trick and bag another three points at the London Stadium to make it a truly merry Christmas? In this festive Fulham Focus, Kish is joined by Luke to wrap up our Forest review and preview West Ham away. They discuss an improved defence, the impact of TC off the bench, Kevin’s progress, and Raul’s record-equalling penalty. And they talk to Dan Woffenden from the West Ham Way about the prospects of Nuno saving the Hammers from the drop, and whether Adama Traore really could be part of that mission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:06:35

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Preview Pod: Would defeat to Forest drag Fulham back into the relegation battle?

12/22/2025
Following late heartbreak in the Carabao Cup, Fulham must dust themselves down - but having suffered yet another set-piece capitulation at St James' Park, that will also mean sharpening up for the visit of a Nottingham Forest side now managed by Sean Dyche. So join Sam (live from a late-night Christmas party in Glasgow) and Kish (live from an evening at home with his cats) as they discuss a Craven Cottage clash under the lights, and attempt to answer questions such as have we finally learnt some lessons? How might Marco Silva solidify us at the back? And would another home loss leave us looking nervously over our shoulder? There's also chat with football writer and Forest fan David Marples, who not only provides the lowdown on the differences between Nuno-ball, Ange-ball and Dyche-ball, but also tells the stories behind his recent induction into the 92 Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:02:15

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After breaking the Burnley curse, can we dream of cup glory next?

12/14/2025
After waiting 74 years for a win at Turf Moor, Harry Wilson magic and Bernd Leno heroics saw Fulham overcome the Burnley curse by the very finest of margins But in our dodgy defending and poor game management, did Scott Parker's side show up some frailties that need correcting? And with a midweek trip to St James's Park the only thing standing in our way of a Carabao Cup semi final, can we regroup without our AFCON stars to take a step closer to cup glory? Kish breaks down all of that and more with the most vibey social media double act since Bassey and Iwobi: Dylan Chavasse and (Mr Fulham South Africa himself) James Preston Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:00:02

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Can Fulham really bring their Turf Moor curse to an end?

12/12/2025
After two home defeats in quick succession, maybe an away game is what's required for Marco Silva and his Fulham side to get back on track. The only trouble is it's a trip to Turf Moor that awaits, and that's a stadium the Whites haven't won at in 33 attempts since April 1951. Nevertheless, Sam and Luke sit down to ponder whether a Christmas miracle really is possible, and wonder exactly what our trio of Super Eagles can offer before they depart for AFCON. Meanwhile, teenage social media star Jacob Horsfall brings the Burnley perspective, explains how the hosts can be got at, and endears himself to the Focus gang by putting the boot into Scott Parker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:06:32

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Did Silva's subs hand Palace the initiative and hint at our AFCON problem?

12/8/2025
Will Fulham ever beat Crystal Palace at home again? For some of Sunday‘s encounter it looked like it may finally be happing. But a combo of Samuel Chukwueze’s toenail, some questionable subs, and our trademark set-piece frailty struck. So join Sam, Kish and Luke to get the latest Cottage capitulation to Oliver Glasner out of your system. The gang lament our soft defending, marvel at Harry Wilson’s one-man Goal of the Season mission, salute the continued Emile Smith Rowe renaissance, and ponder if our season is at risk of being derailed by key AFCON departures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:59:18

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Will free-scoring Fulham turn up against Palace?

12/5/2025
Have you recovered from Tuesday night yet? Sam and Kish certainly haven’t! So join them for a special Fulham Focus double bill to discuss the maddest of mad nights at the Cottage in recent years and work out what it means for our clash with Crystal Palace when we return there on Sunday. In Part 1, they’re joined by Stuart Lutes to decide if we should be more alarmed by Fulham’s defending or delighted by our attacking against Man City and wax lyrical about Samuel Chukwueze and Alex Iwobi In Part 2 (42:50), Rich from ‘Eagle-Eyed Football’ gives us the lowdown on this weekend’s opponents as we try to work out if Marco Silva will finally find the blueprint to beating Oliver Glasner at the Cottage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:23:59

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Will seeing off Tottenham spur Fulham on for City?

12/1/2025
Fulham secured back to back wins after a golden start to the game away at Tottenham And with Pep’s City headed to the Cottage under the lights on Tuesday could more excitement be on the way? Join Kish for a Fulham Focus quickfire double which is hopefully as enjoyable as Tete and Wilson at Spurs! In part one, Matt and Morgan review a glorious and long overdue away win after Marco Silva outthought Thomas Frank early and the Fulham defence gritted it out late. And in part two Bailey Wynne from the Sky Blue Times comes on to discuss how exactly the Whites might want to approach taking on a Man City side doing things rather differently this season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:18:21

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Preview Pod: Can Fulham get Frank sacked (in the morning)?

11/28/2025
Fulham head to Tottenham on Saturday night to face a familiar foe. But with Marco Silva’s men on a one-game winning streak, and Thomas Frank’s Spurs wobbling after a painful North London derby, can we pile the pressure on? Join Sam and Kish as they discuss this battle between a Fulham team who can’t win away and a Spurs side who can’t win at home. They also get the lowdown on all things Tottenham from ‘An Echo of Glory’ podcast contributor James Robbins, and wade into the growing culture war surrounding Joao Palhinha’s role in their team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:01:54

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A priceless Raul winner, but will new SCR rules prove costly?

11/24/2025
The world just seems a better place after a Fulham win, doesn't it? Join Sam, Kish and Tristan to celebrate Raul Jimenez's goal poacher instincts, Samuel Chukwueze's perfect cameo, Emile Smith Rowe's newfound running power, and a performance from Marco Silva's men that may get the confidence flowing once again in SW6. Meanwhile, Kish gets his tactical hat on to examine why our midfield rejig in the second half against Sunderland paid dividends. Tristan gets his financial hat on to explain why Fulham are one of the clubs who have some work to do before the new SCR rules come in next season. And Sam gets his hangover hat on to try and get through the episode without dropping a clanger. Listen, enjoy, and remember to subscribe for more Fulham Focus content from wherever you get your pods. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:52:42

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Preview Pod: Are Fulham actually in a worse position after the international break?

11/21/2025
It's good to be back, right?! Well, with Rodrigo Muniz out until the New Year, our heartbroken Nigerian boys still jet lagged, Joachim Andersen recovering from Scott McTominay's overhead kick, Raul Jimenez still inexplicably playing for Mexico, and Marco Silva's future as unclear as ever, maybe it isn't? Fulham return to Craven Cottage on Saturday in desperate need of a post-international break win against high-flying Sunderland - but in coming up against a newly-promoted side defying the odds while playing on the break under a tactically-flexible manager, the Whites could be forgiven for thinking they're coming up against themselves from 2022-23. Sam and Kish are joined by Sunderland fan and journalist Ethan Todd to break down our battle with the Black Cats and to work out if either side can expect their fortunes to change as the Premier League heads into its busiest phase of the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:59:21

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We’re all still #MarcoIn, right?

11/10/2025
A passive performance away at Everton on Saturday led to what Marco Silva called a ‘deserved’ defeat. But with five losses in our last six games and the worst record in 2025 of any team yet to have sacked their manager, is he under pressure? After a terrible opening 45 minutes, have we finally seen the back of the Berge-Lukic midfield pivot? Did we get an all too-brief glimpse of our best attacking line-up in the second half at the Hill Dickinson Stadium? And for the first time in forever, is it frankly a relief to reach an international break? Join Sam, Wiggo and Kish in your latest Fulham Focus podcast as they discuss all that while trying to work out whether it’s officially time to worry about a relegation dogfight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:58:18

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Preview Pod: Would a win at the Hill Dickinson prove Fulham really are back?

11/7/2025
After finally working out how to win at Goodison Park, the Whites head to Everton’s new home hoping to prove that last Saturday's success wasn’t a one-off. Will Marco Silva continue his experiment with Alex Iwobi in midfield? Can Kenny Tete show Everton what they’re missing by locking down Jack Grealish? And which flying wingers should Fulham deploy to get at David Moyes' limited full-backs? Join Sam and Kish as they try to work all that out with Everton analyst Matt Smith, better known on X as @TacticallyMatt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:59:18