Jermaine Jenas

This week, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant break down another huge week in football and Fantasy Premier League - with major discussions around Liverpool’s decline under Arne Slot, Arsenal’s title race run-in, Chelsea’s FA Cup final chances and the future of Manchester United. The episode opens with FPL frustrations after Pep Guardiola’s rotation once again causes chaos for Fantasy Premier League managers. Triple Captain chips, bench disasters, minus-eight transfer hits and Gameweek 37 planning are all debated as the season reaches its final stages. Arsenal defenders, Bukayo Saka, Viktor Gyökeres and Erling Haaland all become key talking points ahead of the final two gameweeks. There’s also a huge debate around Arsenal’s title charge, with both hosts believing the pressure could still swing the race dramatically. Burnley’s low-block style, Crystal Palace away on the final day, and Arsenal’s struggles against defensive teams are all analysed in detail as the Premier League title race heads towards a dramatic conclusion. The podcast also dives into one of the biggest stories of the week: Liverpool fans turning on Arne Slot. Jermaine Pennant gives a brutally honest assessment of Liverpool’s performances, claiming fans have “lost patience” and warning that the club could fall apart if they continue in the same direction. The discussion expands into whether Xabi Alonso should replace Slot and why Liverpool may have made the wrong managerial decision. There’s also discussion around Michael Carrick becoming permanent Manchester United manager after an impressive interim spell. The lads debate whether Carrick deserves the opportunity long-term, if Manchester United need a bigger-name manager, and whether the club can finally rebuild into genuine title challengers again. Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments: 0:00 – Fantasy Football Frustrations & Liverpool Mood Check 0:31 – Welcome to Episode 37 of the Wildcards Podcast 01:02 – Penn’s Golf Day & TalkSPORT Filming Plans 01:35 – Triple Captain Chip Drama & Pep’s Rotation (Haaland & City) 03:04 – Gameweek 36 Score Reveal: 77 Points Each & League Standings 05:16 – Bench Nightmares, Clean Sheet Hopes & DCL’s Sneaky Returns 07:08 – Gameweek 36 Winner Announcement & Wildcards Mug Prize 07:44 – Gameweek 37 Preview: Man City, Arsenal & Bournemouth’s Unbeaten Run 08:55 – Arsenal Title Run-In, Burnley Test & Palace Threat 11:13 – Controversial Arsenal Goal: Goalkeeper Protection & VAR Debate 13:53 – FPL Gameweek 37 Strategy: Arsenal Defenders, Captains & Forwards to Sell 17:16 – Top Transfers In & Out for GW37 + Wildcards League Update 18:37 – Building the Perfect Footballer: Left Foot, Right Foot, Pace, Mentality & Effort 22:25 – Championship Play-off Spying Scandal: Southampton vs Middlesbrough 26:05 – FA Cup Final Preview: Man City vs Chelsea 27:31 – Michael Carrick to Manchester United: Right Appointment for a Rebuild? 33:59 – Liverpool’s Managerial Future, Fan Boos & Fear of a Full Decline 37:23 – Xabi Alonso to Chelsea? Chelsea Project, Owners & Recruitment Concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant react to another dramatic week across football and Fantasy Premier League - with huge debates around Chelsea’s collapse, Arsenal’s chances against PSG, and the impact of Double Gameweek 36 in FPL. The episode opens with a major swing in the Wildcards mini-league after Jermaine Jenas lands 89 points thanks to a successful Bench Boost, while Jermaine Pennant prepares to use his Triple Captain chip on Erling Haaland ahead of Manchester City’s double gameweek. Crystal Palace assets, Victor Gyökeres, Jarrod Bowen, and risky Bournemouth picks are all debated as managers try to gain rank in the closing weeks of the season. The conversation then shifts towards the international stage and the growing feeling that France are favourites for the next World Cup. With players like Ousmane Dembélé, Michael Olise, Bradley Barcola, Warren Zaïre-Emery and Kylian Mbappé all discussed, the lads question whether England currently have the level to compete with elite nations. A hilarious new segment, Two Truths, One Lie, delivers brilliant dressing room stories from their careers - including Rafael van der Vaart and Benoît Assou-Ekotto nearly fighting over a free kick while naked in the dressing room, and Nobby Solano playing trumpet in a hotel room the night before Jenas’ Premier League debut. There’s also a deep tactical breakdown of Arsenal vs PSG, with PSG’s intensity, pressing structure and attacking quality leaving both hosts convinced the French side are currently the best team in world football. The lads question whether Chelsea still even feels like Chelsea anymore, criticising the football decisions being made at the top of the club and the lack of identity throughout the squad. Plus: Liverpool players getting criticised for taking time off, Morgan Gibbs-White’s nasty head injury, and final predictions for the Premier League title race. Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments: 0:00 – Intro: Wildcards Podcast Episode 36 & Gameweek 35 Mood Check 01:26 – Fantasy Premier League GW35 Recap: Bench Boost Success & League Standings 03:30 – FPL Chips Strategy: Triple Captain vs Bench Boost for the Run-In 05:05 – Gameweek 36 Planning: Double Gameweek, Man City & Crystal Palace Targets 07:05 – Player Transfer Debates: Bowen, Pedro, Watkins, Thiago & Bournemouth Assets 09:12 – Victor Gyökeres In: Premium Striker Pick for the Season Run-In 11:25 – FPL Differentials: Cherki, Semenyo, Sarr & Chip Lessons 12:48 – Most Transferred Players: Thiago, João Pedro, Bowen, Palmer & Market Trends 13:29 – France National Team Superpower: Mbappé, Dembélé, Barcola & Euro/World Cup Outlook 14:33 – England Concerns: Bellingham, Trent, Palmer, Kane & Rice Form Review 16:04 – Champions League & League Focus: PSG, Arsenal and Title Favourites 17:41 – Community & Podcast League: Wildcards Mini-League and World Cup Plans 18:14 – New Segment: Two Truths One Lie – Dressing Room Stories 20:12 – Behind-the-Scenes Stories: Rafa Benítez, Spurs, Arsenal & Trumpet Night Before Debut 23:24 – Champions League Semi-Finals: PSG vs Bayern Analysis & Final Preview 26:05 – Can Arsenal Beat PSG? Tactical Matchups, Pressing & Key Battles 30:20 – Chelsea Crisis: What Is Going Wrong at Stamford Bridge? 33:04 – Gibbs-White Injury & Forest Selection Dilemma: Masks, Stitches & Risk Management 36:14 – Everton vs Man City: Life Without Rodri and Title Race Implications 41:00 – Title Race Predictions: Arsenal, Man City and the Final Fixtures 41:41 – Outro: Season Reflections, Next Episode Tease & The Wildcards Mug Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Haaland the obvious FPL captain this week, are Arsenal losing attacking spark, and was PSG vs Bayern one of the best Champions League games ever? In Episode 35 of Wildcards, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant break down another huge week of Fantasy Premier League, Premier League debate and Champions League drama. The lads start with the latest Wildcards FPL league update as Pennant extends his lead over JJ. There is also a full FPL Gameweek preview, covering Haaland captaincy, Alexander Isak, Jarrod Bowen, Bruno Fernandes, Semenyo, Cherki, Morgan Gibbs-White, Bournemouth assets, Arsenal defenders and the top transferred-in and transferred-out players. Spurs come under the spotlight after another major injury blow, with JJ and Pennant discussing Tottenham’s injury crisis, Xavi Simons’ reported ACL issue, player conditioning, rotation, pitch firmness and whether clean sheets could be key to Spurs staying up. Arsenal are also heavily debated. Are Mikel Arteta’s side struggling creatively? Is their best FPL value now in defence? And can they handle the pressure of the Premier League title race and Champions League knockout football? The episode then moves into Champions League reaction, as JJ shares what it was like watching PSG vs Bayern live in Paris. The lads discuss the speed, quality, fitness and atmosphere inside the Parc des Princes, whether English football is falling behind Europe’s elite, and why VAR and refereeing decisions are damaging big football moments. Follow Wildcards on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildcardspod/ Join the Wildcards FPL league and get involved with the show. KEY MOMENTS: 0:00 – Intro to Episode 35 0:24 – Pennant beats JJ again in FPL 1:33 – JJ regrets not using his Free Hit 3:30 – Van de Ven and Spurs clean sheets 4:29 – Xavi Simons injury and Tottenham’s crisis 7:21 – Isak and Bowen FPL debate 10:13 – Arsenal vs Fulham FPL preview 13:12 – Odegaard criticism and Eze debate 14:16 – Haaland captaincy against Everton 16:22 – Top FPL transfers in and out 17:42 – Biggest FPL overachievers and underachievers 22:00 – JJ on watching PSG vs Bayern live 23:09 – Was PSG vs Bayern an all-time Champions League classic? 26:27 – Why English football atmospheres need to improve 28:23 – VAR, referees and controversial decisions 32:23 – Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid prediction 34:43 – Bayern, PSG and Harry Kane’s Champions League hopes 35:46 – Iraola, Carrick and the Man United manager debate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant react to one of the most chaotic weeks of the season — from Tottenham’s alarming collapse to the growing pressure at Chelsea and the unpredictable Fantasy Premier League landscape. The episode opens with a huge swing in their FPL league, as a massive 123-point Gameweek flips momentum and highlights the impact of double gameweek strategy, free hits and differential picks. With players like Pascal Groß delivering unexpected returns and key decisions paying off, it’s a reminder of how quickly rankings can change at this stage of the season. Attention then turns to Chelsea’s decision to sack Liam Rosenior, with a deep dive into the realities of managing a top club without experience. The discussion explores dressing room power, player authority, and why modern football makes it almost impossible for young managers to control elite squads without proven pedigree. The title race debate between Arsenal and Manchester City continues to intensify. While City’s experience and momentum make them favourites, there’s still a feeling Arsenal could “nick it” if results swing their way. The key question remains: can Arsenal finally get over the line, or will City’s winning mentality prove decisive again? At the bottom of the table, the biggest story is Tottenham’s relegation crisis. With zero wins in 2026 and confidence completely gone, Spurs are in serious trouble. The debate centres on whether they can recover — or if it’s now a straight fight between Spurs and West Ham to avoid the drop. Plus we have quick-fire football debates, Mourinho’s potential return to Real Madrid, and honest reflections on what separates teams that win from those that fall apart. You Will Hear: - Chelsea sack Liam Rosenior - Player power vs young managers - Who now wins the title? - Mourinho to Real Madrid? - Spurs relegation crisis: no wins in 2026 - Gameweek 34 blanking crisis Key Moments: 0:00 – Banter & Cold Open: Arsenal, Spurs and 2026 Form 0:25 – Episode Intro: Wildcards Podcast Ep 34 & FPL Focus 01:18 – FPL Gameweek 34 Recap: Free Hit, Double Gameweek, Brighton & Chelsea Flop 03:10 – Pascal Groß, Joao Pedro & Cole Palmer: Double Gameweek Heroes and Near Misses 05:00 – Free Hit Strategy Debate: Was Gameweek 34 the Right Time to Chip? 06:19 – Upcoming Fixtures Preview: Fulham, Liverpool, Spurs v Wolves, Arsenal v Newcastle, Man United v Brentford 09:20 – Listener League Update: Points, Rankings & ‘WeWonItInBilbao’ Wins the Mug 10:00 – Transfer Trends: Most Transferred In & Out (Watkins, Gibbs-White, Bowen, Semenyo, Pedro) 12:34 – Main Talking Point: Liam Rosenior Sacked by Chelsea – What Went Wrong? 15:00 – Player Power, Dressing Room Politics & Lessons for Young Managers 19:17 – Who Should Be Next Chelsea Manager? Glasner, Marco Silva, Xabi Alonso & Owner Critique 23:03 – Man City vs Arsenal Title Race: Run‑In Fixtures, Momentum and Rodri’s Importance 26:20 – Are Arsenal Favourites? Mentality, Points vs Big Six and Arteta’s Future 31:17 – Is Arsenal’s Squad Really the Best in the Premier League? Depth vs Man City 36:32 – Quick-Fire Round: Champions League vs League Titles, Era Debate & Modern Football 38:18 – Jose Mourinho Back to Real Madrid? Manager Profile, Trophies and Dressing Room Fit 41:37 – Relegation Battle: Spurs vs West Ham, Nuno’s Game Plan and Maddison’s Role Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 33 of Wildcards, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant break down one of the most unpredictable periods of the season - where double gameweeks, injuries and bad transfer decisions are flipping Fantasy Football leagues upside down. The lads go deep on FPL Gameweek 33 strategy, discussing whether taking minus points is worth it, how to navigate upcoming blank gameweeks, and why loading up on double gameweek players could define your rank. There’s honest reflection on recent transfer mistakes, including failed punts, injuries and players going cold at the worst possible time. New segment, “Start, Bench, Sell”, sparks debate around key FPL players -including Bruno Fernandes, Semenyo and defensive picks , revealing where the real differential value could be in the final stretch. Outside of FPL, the conversation turns to the bigger football picture with Arsenal’s form raising serious concerns. Defensive solidity has dropped off, goals are drying up, and there are real questions about whether they can hold on in the title race or whether City can catch then on the current streak that Pep's team seem to be enjoying. And at the bottom of the table, the relegation battle is brutally dissected with teams criticised for lacking identity, creativity and most importantly… goals. You Will Hear: Planning for FPL double gameweeks vs short-term gains Big FPL mistakes: injuries and failed signings Start, Bench, Sell Bruno Fernandes vs Semenyo debate Title race pressure and key fixtures ahead Relegation battle is becoming more and more tense Players with the biggest aura back in the day Key Moments: 0:00 – Wildcards Podcast Ep 33 Intro & Banter 02:05 – Hosts’ FPL Rank Battle & Season Narrative 03:07 – Van de Ven FPL Disaster & Injury Problems 04:17 – Transfer Regrets, Planning Ahead & Mindset 05:20 – Double Gameweek Strategy: Chelsea, Leeds, Bournemouth, Brighton, Man City 06:30 – Specific Transfers: Cole Palmer Out, Alex Scott & Cherki In 08:10 – Balancing Double Gameweeks vs Future Blanks & Free Hit Usage 09:06 – Forwards Talk: Thiago, Ekitike, João Pedro Going Cold 10:13 – Clean Sheets Rare: Targeting DEFCON (Defensive Contribution) Points 11:00 – Haaland vs Mid‑Priced City Attackers Debate 11:26 – Top FPL Transfers In & Out for Gameweek 33 13:03 – Gameweek 32 Winner: SVG Eindhoven (Producer Sam AGAIN) 14:45 – New Segment: Start, Bench, Sell – Goalkeepers First 15:48 – Start, Bench, Sell – Defenders & Season‑Long Picks 16:39 – Start, Bench, Sell – Midfielders: Bruno Fernandes vs Semenyo vs Rogers 19:13 – Start, Bench, Sell – Haaland, João Pedro, Thiago 20:16 – Community Growth & Call to Action for the Wildcards League 22:10 – Arsenal’s Wobble: Bournemouth Loss & Sporting Draw 25:44 – Title Race: Arsenal vs Man City, Champions League Chances 29:49 – Arsenal & Man City Remaining Fixtures Breakdown 32:02 – Tottenham’s Relegation Battle & De Zerbi Concerns 33:26 – Analysing Spurs’ Remaining Fixtures & Survival Chances 35:04 – Biggest Auras in Football: Captains & Opponents 38:22 – Lionel Messi’s Aura & Facing Barcelona 40:21 – Managers with Aura: Arsène Wenger & Sir Bobby Robson 41:03 – Teammates with Aura: Berbatov, Bergkamp & Training Ground Stories 44:41 – Iráola Leaving Bournemouth: Next Club, Man United or Real Madrid? 45:41 – Why Managers & Players Announce Departures Early 47:36 – Man City vs Arsenal: Tactical Preview & Score Predictions 00:50:13 – Final Verdict on the Title Decider & Wrap‑Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Wildcards , Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant react to Liverpool’s recent performances and ask the big question: is this team capable of competing at the highest level anymore, or are we seeing the cracks fully exposed? With confidence dropping and Anfield no longer the fortress it once was, they break down what’s really going wrong. Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant The boys also discuss Tottenham, where the phrase “impossible job” starts to feel very real. From recruitment to mentality to expectations, they dig into why Spurs continue to fall short and whether any manager could realistically succeed in the current setup. On the Fantasy Premier League side, it’s all about navigating Gameweek 32, upcoming double gameweeks, and the chaos of blanks. With key decisions around captaincy, transfers, and chip strategy, the lads share their thinking on how to attack this crucial period — and where managers could gain serious rank. You Will Hear: Who are now favourites to win the Champion’s League? Gameweek 32 and Plan! Thinking forward for FPL Double Gameweek Spurs: Impossible Job? Are teams no longer afraid of Anfield? Thoughts on this crucial gameweek for West Ham FPL Heroes and Villians This Season Key Moments: 0:00 – Intro & Liverpool’s Champions League Reality Check 02:01 – FPL Gameweek 32 Strategy: Chips, Double & Blank Gameweeks 03:29 – Should You Sell Cole Palmer? Chelsea Double Gameweek Debate 05:33 – Most Transferred In & Out: Welbeck, Bruno, Haaland and More 07:04 – FPL Heroes vs Villains: Haaland, Salah, João Pedro, Gordon & More 11:54 – Champions League Predictions: Bayern, PSG, Real Madrid, Arsenal 15:09 – Rebuilding Tottenham: Who to Sell, Who to Build Around 17:10 – Premier League Relegation Battle: West Ham, Spurs, Forest, Wolves,, Sunderland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Wildcards, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant break down a chaotic week across football - from Tottenham’s confusing managerial decisions to growing questions around Thomas Tuchel and leadership at the top level. Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Spurs are firmly in the spotlight, with serious criticism of their decision-making process - from appointing Igor Tudor to replacing him with Roberto De Zerbi. The conversation dives into what actually matters in a relegation battle, why “fancy” managers aren’t always the answer, and how clubs can spiral when there’s no clear plan in place. There’s also a big debate around Mohamed Salah’s reported Liverpool exit, where he ranks among the club’s greatest ever players, and whether his recent drop in output is down to age, the team around him, or natural decline. Plus, Arsenal’s timid performance at Wembley raises questions about mentality and experience in big games - and whether elite teams simply “know how to win” when it matters most. You Will Hear: Thomas Tuchel pressure and tactical scrutiny Tottenham managerial chaos: Igor Tudor exit & De Zerbi appointment Why clubs panic in relegation battles Arsenal vs Man City analysis and Wembley mentality Do elite teams just “know how to win”? Mohamed Salah exit debate and Liverpool legacy ranking Has Salah declined or is it the team around him? Fantasy Premier League frustrations and player performance issues FPL strategy for the final stretch of the season Dressing room insight from ex-professionals Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments: 0:00 – International Break Chat & Liverpool Legends Match Story 01:06 – Liverpool Legends vs Borussia Dortmund: Atmosphere, Crowd & Klopp in the Dugout 02:37 – Inside a Liverpool Legends Game: Prep, Kit and Premier League-Level Experience 03:06 – Fantasy Premier League GW31 Review: Teams, Injuries and Frustrations 03:57 – Man Utd FPL Picks: Fernandes, Garnacho, Balance and Points Return 05:57 – FPL Gameweek 31 Winner: “Hall Cunha Mateta” Shoutout & League Mug Prize 06:29 – Wildcards Community: Socials, DMs, Listener Topics and League Growth Goal 07:11 – Hilarious Voldemort Story: Jermaine’s Dog Destroys His FPL Mascot 08:32 – Tottenham Sack Igor Tudor: What Went Wrong at Spurs? 09:19 – Why De Zerbi to Spurs Is a Risk: Relegation Battle vs ‘Project’ Manager 10:13 – Spurs Ownership, Contracts and Why Deserbi Holds All the Power 11:19 – Alternative Spurs Managers: Harry Redknapp, Tim Sherwood and Club DNA 13:51 – Final Verdict on De Zerbi at Spurs: High-Risk Appointment in Survival Mode 14:12 – Arsenal vs Man City Carabao Cup Final: Tactical Breakdown and Key Mistakes 15:20 – Arsenal’s Mentality in Finals: Respecting City Too Much at Wembley 16:59 – Can Arsenal Win the Champions League? Experience vs “Nearly Men” Tag 18:29 – Big-Club Mentality: How City, Real Madrid and Liverpool ‘Just Get It Done’ 19:25 – Mo Salah Leaving Liverpool: Reaction to the Egyptian King’s Farewell 20:55 – Is Mo Salah Declining? Pace, Finishing and Individual Performance Debate 22:03 – Liverpool’s Bad Season vs Salah’s Form: Who’s Really to Blame? 23:41 – Where Should Salah Go Next? Saudi, Bundesliga, MLS or PSG? <p

After one of the most chaotic weeks of the Premier League season, the week's podcast has bold claims, big opinions and crucial Fantasy Premier League decisions ahead of Gameweek 31. Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant react to what looks like a defining moment in the title race, with Arsenal now firmly in control and widely tipped to win the league. The conversation explores their consistency, mentality and whether anyone can realistically catch them at this stage. Attention then turns to Tottenham Hotspur, where serious questions are being asked about form, performances and whether they are genuinely in danger of relegation. After a surprising result at Anfield, the debate focuses on Spurs’ inconsistency, their upcoming clash with Nottingham Forest and what it could mean for the relegation battle. There’s also a wider discussion around the Champions League, where English clubs have struggled, raising questions about whether the Premier League is as dominant as we think compared to Europe’s elite. The guys also debate players like Bruno Fernandes, João Pedro and Anthony Gordon, and assess where the smart FPL gains can be made as the season reaches crunch time. To close, there’s a debate on social media in football, discussing the pressures modern players face, fan culture, and how narratives can shape perception in the game today. You Will Hear: * Arsenal winning the Premier League debate * Tottenham relegation fears and form analysis * Liverpool vs Spurs reaction * Nottingham Forest vs Spurs relegation battle preview * Manchester City decline and Carabao Cup final vs Arsenal * Pep Guardiola future discussion * Champions League analysis and English teams struggling in Europe * Harry Kane Ballon d’Or debate * Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 31 tips and strategy * FPL transfers, captaincy and chip strategy * Social media impact on footballers Key Moments: 0:00 – Maldives Trip and New Looks 02:30 – Fantasy Premier League GW Recap: Who’s Winning? 03:50 – Why This FPL Season Feels So Weird 05:03 – Lessons Learned From a Tough FPL Season 05:42 – Arsenal’s Title Charge & Champions League Ambitions 06:31 – Gameweek 31 FPL Plans: Transfers, Blanks & Chips 09:13 – Gameweek 30 Winner & League Shout-Outs 09:40 – Top Transfers In & Out for FPL GW31 1:37 – When to Use FPL Chips (Free Hit, Triple Captain, etc.) 12:54 – GW31 Fixture Analysis: Bournemouth v Man United Preview 14:09 – Brighton v Liverpool & Captaincy Thoughts 14:37 – Other Key GW31 Fixtures & FPL Picks 15:31 – Join the Wildcards FPL League & Socials Plug 16:19 – Is Social Media Good or Bad for Modern Footballers? 16:46 – Correcting the Media Narrative: Players’ Side of the Story 18:19 – Abuse, Memes & Mental Health After Matches 20:03 – Big Football Pages, Pile-Ons & Scapegoats (e.g., Maguire) 22:02 – English Clubs Embarrassed in the Champions League? 23:50 – Are We Overrating the Premier League and England? 24:25 – Arsenal & Liverpool in Europe: How Far Can They Go? 26:49 – Who Will Win the Champions League This Season? 26:57 – Who Is the Best Player in the World Right Now? 28:53 – Liverpool v Spurs Reaction: Form, Relegation Battle & Forest 31:27 – Spurs vs Forest: Six-Pointer and Split Loyalties 33:19 – Carabao Cup Final Preview: Man City v Arsenal 35:01 – Has City Lost Its Fear Factor? Arsenal to Lift the Cup? 36:32 – What If Pep Guardiola Wins No Trophies? Does He Leave? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, on Wildcards, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant break down the biggest talking points in football right now - from Fantasy Premier League strategy to Champions League shocks and serious questions about Tottenham’s future. With Pennant recording from the Maldives, the lads discuss Gameweek 30, including the most transferred players, differential picks and whether it’s time to stick or twist with key assets like João Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Bruno Fernandes. With the FA Cup interrupting the FPL schedule and a major blank Gameweek approaching due to the Carabao Cup final, the conversation turns to strategy. Should managers use the Free Hit chip, take points hits, or ride it out with their current squad? The biggest debate of the episode centres around Tottenham’s struggles. After another disappointing performance in Europe, the boys question whether Spurs are genuinely in danger of relegation and whether Igor Tudor’s controversial decisions - including dragging off goalkeeper Kinski - could damage dressing room morale. The Champions League also takes centre stage following a round of shock results across Europe. Real Madrid stunned Manchester City despite missing several key stars, while Liverpool, Chelsea and other Premier League sides struggled to assert dominance against European opposition. Jenas and Pennant debate whether the Premier League is becoming overconfident compared to Europe’s elite and discuss which clubs are now favourites to lift the Champions League trophy this season. The episode also introduces new fan-interaction segments including Rank It and Question Time, where the hosts reveal the funniest teammates they played with and debate which legendary players from their era would dominate in modern football. You Will Hear: Spurs turned up to the Champion’s League in fancy dress Spurs relegation debate Real Madrid vs Man City shock result Premier league arrogance Funniest teammates in football Which old players would dominate this era of football? Key Moments: 0:00 – Why is Jermaine Pennant Recording from the Maldives 01:45 – Gameweek Review: 81 Points and Fantasy Football Form 02:48 – Transfer Decisions: João Pedro, Evanilson vs Thiago 03:36 – Brentford vs Wolves & Burnley Fixtures Analysis 04:18 – Home Advantage & Form: Why Start Thiago Over Evanilson 05:50 – Gameweek 30 Transfers In and Out: Key FPL Trends 06:40 – Defenders Debate: Senesi, Andersen and Clean Sheet Risk 06:49 – Building the Back Line: Timber, Gvardiol, Chalobah, Gabriel 07:07 – Blank Gameweek Strategy: Carabao Cup Final Impact 07:51 – Managing City and Arsenal Assets in the Blank Week 08:42 – When to Save Your Free Hit Chip in FPL 09:39 – Growing the Wild Cards League: Managers, Prizes & Plans 10:36 – Champions League Round of 16: Real Madrid 3–0 Man City Shock 11:01 – Why Real Madrid Are “Mentality Monsters” in Europe 11:18 – Are Premier League Fans and Media Too Arrogant? 13:13 – Spurs Critique: Do They Belong in the Champions League? 14:32 – Spurs Manager, Kinsky Substitution & Relegation Fears 15:45 – Can Spurs Fight Relegation? Squad, Spirit and Tactics 18:48 – New Segment: Rank It – Funniest Teammates in the Dressing Room 19:18 – Funniest Players: Crouch, David Bentley, Jonathan Woodgate & More 21:29 – More Champions League: PSG, Bayern, Atalanta and Arsenal’s Late Penalty 22:01 – Will Arsenal Reach the Champions League Final? 23:49 – PSG’s Front Three vs Real Madrid’s Attack 24:00 – Can Liverpool Compete in Europe This Season? 25:37 – Who Will Win the Champions League? Final Predictions 26:39 – What Do We Miss Most About Old-School Football?</p

Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant break down Arsenal’s continued momentum in the title race after a gritty win against Brighton, debating whether the league is now theirs to lose. Tottenham’s struggles also dominate the conversation. With Igor Tudor losing his first two games in charge, the hosts question whether Spurs are in genuine danger of relegation and whether the new manager has already lost the dressing room. Elsewhere, Wolves’ impressive run of results becomes a major talking point after victories against top sides, while Liverpool’s inconsistent performances raise questions about tactics, squad evolution and whether the club made the right decision holding onto Mohammed Salah. On the Fantasy Premier League side, the lads review Gameweek 28 and the early impact of Gameweek 29. Arsenal defenders continue to deliver huge points, Bruno Fernandes remains a consistent midfield option, and differential picks like João Pedro and Semenyo continue to reward managers. Alongside the football analysis, the episode also features stories from the hosts’ playing careers, including the best away cities to play in and memorable nights out before big games. You Will Hear: Arsenal title momentum after beating Brighton Mikel Arteta’s pragmatic approach to winning games Tottenham’s relegation fears under Igor Tudor Wolves’ resurgence and impressive results Liverpool’s tactical struggles and attacking issues João Pedro differential success Arsenal defensive returns (Gabriel, Timber) Bruno Fernandes captaincy impact Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments: 0:00 – Celebrity DMs & Arsenal Fan Backlash 0:20 – Wildcards Podcast Intro & Fantasy Premier League Focus 0:50 – Fantasy Team Check‑In & FA Cup Weekend Break 01:25 – Arsenal Fans vs Tottenham Rant (Social Media “Mini Storm”) 03:24 – Could Spurs Be Relegated While Arsenal Win the League? 04:05 – Gameweek 28 Scores: Head‑to‑Head & League Positions 05:00 – Gameweek 28 Winner: Kieran Scully & “Fizzy Water” Team Breakdown 06:09 – Why Bruno Fernandes Is FPL Gold for Manchester United 06:48 – Van de Ven, Defensive Strategy & Bench Decisions 08:05 – Joao Pedro Transfer Move & Wolves’ Resurgence 08:38 – New Segment “Rank It”: Best City to Play Football In 09:17 – Night Out Stories: Leeds, Newcastle & Playing After a Bender 11:21 – Injury Story: Burned Arm on Towel Rail & Training in Pain 13:16 – Gameweek 29 Review: Big Week for Joao Pedro & Arsenal Defence 14:16 – Timber’s “Fake” Assist & How FPL Should Change Assists Scoring 16:25 – Is Erling Haaland Still Worth £14m in FPL? 17:26 – FPL Strategy: Strong Defence vs Premium Strikers 17:50 – Top Transfers In & Out: Bruno, Semenyo, Senesi, Thiago 18:30 – Gameweek 29 Winner: Luke Slater’s Bold Tarkowski Captain 19:21 – Community Shout‑Out: Wildcards League & Instagram Plug 20:07 – Wolves 3–0 Liverpool: What Went Wrong Under Arne Slot? 22:12 – Is This Liverpool Season Boring? Calling Out Arne Slot 23:57 – Should Liverpool Have Sold Mohamed Salah Last Summer? 24:52 – “You’re the Manager Now”: Rebuilding Liverpool – Ins & Outs 27:25 – Igor Tudor at Tottenham: Wrong Appointment for a Relegation Fight? 28:56 – Has Igor Tudor Already Lost the Spurs Dressing Room? 30:39 – Will Tottenham Survive? Comparing Forest & West Ham 33:42 – Who Is Really Running Tottenham Hotspur? Board & Recruitment Co