Bruised Banana FC Podcast

Luton crush Raya and a good evening with Emery

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 18:57:01 GMT

On the latest Bruised Banana FC podcast, Luke and Ben talk the dreadful Raya performance, Havertz doing well again, Rice being transformational, Villa beating City and previewing the game on Saturday

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Squeaky bum time, pitch sizes and DON'T ROTATE THE TEAM

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:25:22 GMT

On the latest Bruised Banana FC podcast, Ben and Luke recap the victory over Wolves, talk Palinha and Ramsdale transfer rumours and the riveting topic of Premier League pitch sizes!

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A Record Setting Champions League Night

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 22:23:46 GMT

On the latest Bruised Banana FC podcast, Ben and Justin break down the emphatic 6-0 victory over Lens and compare the offensive outburst to the weekend victory over Brentford

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Arsenal are back baby! Looking ahead to Brentford and international round up

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 20:12:25 GMT

After what seemed like an age, football is back! Ben and Luke look ahead to a tricky trip to Brentford, expel some international break demons and talk January transfers.

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Belgian Bravery Beats Burnley

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 00:49:55 GMT

On the latest Bruised Banana FC podcast, Justin and Varun talk Trossard putting it his body on the line to take down Burnley, Zinchenko running the show, Fabio Viera disaster and more!

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From controversy to comfort: Newcastle & Sevilla reviews plus a look ahead to another thrashing?

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 20:20:43 GMT

After a short break to process the issues from the weekend, Luke is joined by Ben as they dissect the VAR controversies at Newcastle, what it means going forwards and the backlash it created before a much happier discussion over Champions League success at the Emirates against Sevilla.

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Crashing out of the cup & Newcastle United next!

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 14:35:57 GMT

On this episode of BBFC, Luke (@ekulkun), and Ben (@BenBrowning3) return to discuss a poor night in east London. Was Arsenal's exit a blessing or a curse? Why aren't clicking yet this season? Plus the regular discussions on Kai Havertz, Fabio Vieira and the Arsenal no.1 spot. It's not all bad news though, as they look ahead to a trip to high-flying Newcastle on Saturday evening and hopes of a much better outing.

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Episode 41: A test of Arsenal's metal: from the blades to the irons

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 17:24:33 GMT

On this episode of BBFC, Luke (@ekulkun), and Ben (BenBrowning3) discuss a comfortable and enjoyable 5-0 victory and home to Sheffield United, whether Eddie Nketiah proved his doubters wrong with his hattrick, the curious case of Emile Smith Rowe, Tomiyasu deserving his flowers and the upcoming Carabao Cup game vs West Ham. How much do we rotate? Should we rest Saka? And what does Ramsdale have to do to get another shot at being Arsenal's #1?

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Episode 40- Battle at Stamford Bridge

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 19:13:44 GMT

Justin, Drew and Varun are joined by Chelsea fan Melina Dautovic to preview the showdown at Stanford Bridge!

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Episode 39 - Records are there to be broken!

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 18:47:29 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (@BenBrowning3) and Varun (@GunnerForever07) talk about Arsenal beating champions Man City in a result that is 8 years in the making. We talk about our reactions to not having Saka, containing Man City's offensive threat, a shakey opening period, a brilliant second half and whether or not we believe Saliba can be the best defender in the world!

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Episode 38 - Kai Havertz scores again!

Sat, 30 Sep 2023 17:51:54 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (@BenBrowning3) and Varun (@GunnerForever07) talk about the 4-0 victory against Bournemouth. We discuss Havertz scoring his first goal, are Saliba and Gabriel the best center-back pairing in the league? Is the door opening for Emile Smith Rowe? and we have the uncomfortable conversation of who to support in the Spurs vs Liverpool game... this and more on the latest episode of BBFC!

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Episode 37 - Let's talk about the derby

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 18:18:41 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun) tries to talk through the 2-2 draw with Spurs at the weekend. What stopped Arsenal from controlling and winning the game? What does this mean for the Raya vs Ramsdale battle? and how would we change if we're missing Rice for a few games? That and more on this episode of BBFC!

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Episode 36 - NORTH LONDON DERBY WEEKEND! w/ Daily_Hotspur

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 21:29:59 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun) and Varun (@GunnerForever07) are joined by a Spurs fan behind enemy lines in Jamie (@DailyHotspur) to discuss the first North London Derby of the season at the Emirates. Both teams have 13 out of a possible 15 points and are unbeaten. Does Jamie think Spurs can topple their poor record at Emirates? Just how big an effect has Ange Postecoglou had? We poke a bit of fun about the Harry Kane saga and more on this episode of BBFC!

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Episode 35 - Banishing the Goodison ghosts and Champions League nights are back!

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 17:23:34 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (@JFishAFC), Luke (@ekulkun), and Ben (BenBrowning3) talk about our first win at Goodison since 2017 - including the decision to start David Raya, the inclusion of Fabio Vieira, and the performance of Declan Rice! We also talk about the return of Champions League football to the Emirates! Does Aaron Ramsdale come back in? Do we play the star players or rest them for Spurs at the weekend? All this and more on the latest episode of BBFC!

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Episode 34 - Will Arsenal come unstuck against the Toffees?

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 17:29:51 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (@JFishAFC), Luke (@ekulkun), and Ben (BenBrowning3) discuss the upcoming game this weekend at Everton at Goodison Park. How does the international break affect this fixture? Why is our recent form away to Everton so poor? What do we need to do to turn it around? This and more on the latest episode of BBFC!

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Episode 33 - The kids are alright! w/ Art de Roché!

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 18:33:30 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (@JFishAFC), Luke (@ekulkun), and Ben (BenBrowning3) are joined by The Athletic writer Art (@ArtdeRoche) to talk about Hale End's next big prospects. We discuss the likes of Ethan Nwaneri, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Charlie Patino, Amario Cozier-Duberry, Reuell Walters, and Lino Sousa! For even more brilliant insight into a lot of these youngsters check out this thread of Art's work on these players for The Athletic! https://x.com/ArtdeRoche/status/1650838325811445762?s=20

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Episode 32 - Our Rolls-Rice hits top gear in Fergie time!

Sun, 03 Sep 2023 19:37:53 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (BenBrowning3), and Varun (@GunnerForever07) discuss Arsenal's last gasp 3-1 win over Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium. Did we hold back in the first half? Has Havertz made himself a talking point again? The euphoria of thinking you've lost to the taste of victory. We talk all of the ups and downs that ended in three points to The Arsenal!

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Episode 31 - The transfer window, Man Utd and Nketiah in the room!

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 21:05:09 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (JFishAFC) and Luke (@ekulkun) discuss Arsenal's transfer window, the huge upcoming match against Manchester United and Eddie Nketiah's England call up!

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Episode 30 - Early season blues

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 17:58:30 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (@BenBrowning3), and Drew (@xGrumpPer90) discuss the 2-2 draw at home against Fulham. We talk about conceding in the first minute, the magnifying glass over Kai Havertz, how the subs changed the game, how Arsenal can be their own worst enemy and the reaction to it online.

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Episode 29 - Have The Cottagers left us an open door?

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:53:10 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (@BenBrowning3), and Drew (@xGrumpPer90) talk about the upcoming match against Fulham on Saturday. Are they there for the taking as the stats seem to suggest? And we try to predict Arteta's next possible galaxy brain team selection!

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Love Rice, hate refs, and what is a Havertz?

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 19:08:46 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (@BenBrowning3), Drew (@xGrumpPer90) and Varun (@GunnerForever07) talk about Monday night's 1-0 win over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. We talk through a MOTM performance from Rice, Havertz's role in the team, the underrated Benjamin White, the hugely contentious red card for Takehiro Tomiyasu and much more!

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Episode 27 - Talkin' Palace w/ HLTCO!

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 17:36:13 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (@BenBrowning3), and Varun (@GunnerForever07) are joined by the Palace and football podcaster Dan (@HLTCO) to talk through the upcoming match against Crystal Palace where we discuss a very new Palace team that's getting picked apart, the differences between the opening game last season and now, how we work around the injury to Timber and how to organise the team for a tough away game at Selhurst Park.

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Episode 26 - Jurrien We Hardly Knew Ye

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 19:00:43 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun) and Ben (@BenBrowning3), Drew (@xGrumpPer90) and Varun (@GunnerForever07) discuss the reports that Jurrien Timber could have suffered an ACL injury on his Premier League debut for Arsenal that could see him on the sidelines for a long time. How big a blow is this? Do we need to dip into the market? and why are these types of injuries happening more and more?

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Episode 25 - The Forest win and Arteta's galaxy brain

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 13:29:41 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin(@JFishAFC), Luke (@ekulkun) and Ben (@BenBrowning3) discuss Arsenal's opening day win against Nottingham Forest, Arteta's new system and the performances of players like Havertz, Rice and Martinelli.

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Episode 24 - Nottingham Forest Preview AND Season Predictions!

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 11:56:18 GMT

FOOTBALL IS BACK and on the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (@BenBrowning3) and Drew (@xGrumpPer90) discuss Arsenal's first Premier League game of the season against Nottingham Forest and our predictions for the season ahead!

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Episode 23 - Is the Community Shield A TROPHY?

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 18:09:50 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (@BenBrowning3), Drew (@xGrumpPer90) and Varun (@GunnerForever07) talk about the Community Shield win vs Manchester City, how players like Timber and Havertz will affect our season and how impending new signing David Raya will look to topple Ramsdale for Arsenal's #1 keeper place.

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Episode 22 - Arsenal just signed a Rolls-RICE

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 15:26:09 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin Fisher (@JFishAFC), Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (@BenBrowning3), and Varun (@GunnerForever07) talk about DECLAN RICE and JURRIAN TIMBER signing for THE ARSENAL (we are very happy)

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Episode 21 - WELCOME TO THE RICE AGE

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 21:17:25 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun) Drew (@xGrumpPer90), and Varun (@GunnerForever07) talk about LOADS OF TRANSFERS with loads of Rice puns and talking about how Arsenal are cementing themselves back into the elite of English football.

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Episode 20 - COBRA KAI: Strike first. Strike hard. No mercy.

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 20:36:25 GMT

On the latest episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (JFishAFC) Luke (@ekulkun), and Drew (xGrumpPer90) talk about the imminent signing of Kai Havertz from Chelsea and Arsenal's pursuit of the likes of Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber. We also talk about how these signings could see us evolve tactically, Saudi Arabia bursting onto the football scene, and more!

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Episode 19 - Wolves (H) Match Review: Goodbye Granit Xhaka

Mon, 29 May 2023 15:54:13 GMT

On the last Match Review of the season on the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (JFishAFC) Luke (@ekulkun), and Ben (BenBrowning3) talk about the last day win against Wolves, talk through the Arsenal career of the likely departing Granit Xhaka, discuss the season overall and a bit of laughing at Spurs' expense.

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Episode 18 - Wolves (H) Preview: So Long, Farewell, Auf Wiedersehen, Goodbye

Wed, 24 May 2023 19:27:06 GMT

On the latest Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (JFishAFC), Luke (@ekulkun), and Ben (BenBrowning3) talk about the last game of the season as Arsenal welcomes Wolves to the Emirates. We also talk about Bukayo Saka's new deal, what Smith Rowe needs to do to rescue his Arsenal career, and saying goodbye to players that may be playing their last Arsenal game.

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Episode 17 - Nottingham Forest (A) Match Review: Have We Bottled It?

Sat, 20 May 2023 20:16:01 GMT

On the latest Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (BenBrowning3), and Drew (@mixedkidremix) talk through the 1-0 loss to Nottingham Forest that sealed the Premier League title for Man City. We discuss what went wrong, what we need to consider going into the final game and beyond and we ask the terrible question... have we bottled it?

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Episode 16 - BONUS EPISODE! Let's Talk About Xhaka

Tue, 16 May 2023 18:30:44 GMT

On the latest Bruised Banana FC Podcast BONUS EDITION, Luke (@ekulkun) and Drew (@mixedkidremix) talk about the news that Granit Xhaka looks to be leaving Arsenal at the end of the season and what that could mean for Arsenal's summer plans.

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Episode 15 - The Scouting Room: Brighton (H) - Arteta vs De Zerbi

Fri, 12 May 2023 18:27:50 GMT

On the latest Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun), Ben (BenBrowning3), and Drew (@mixedkidremix) are joined by Liam (@AlbionAnalytics) to talk about the upcoming game vs Brighton with Arsenal still in the hunt for the title and Brighton still pushing for European places.

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Episode 14 - Why does Arsenal want Mohamed Simakan?

Fri, 12 May 2023 16:28:35 GMT

On the latest BONUS EPISODE of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun) is joined by our in-house Bundesliga expert Drew (@mixedkidremix) and Ben (BenBrowning3) to talk about the recent links to RB Leipzig's versatile French defender Mohamed Simakan. We discuss his profile, his abilities, and what it could mean for other defenders currently at Arsenal.

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Episode 13 - Newcastle Away Match Review: Timewasting is Awesome

Mon, 08 May 2023 17:11:07 GMT

On the latest Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun) and Ben (BenBrowning3) talk about a superb 2-0 victory over Newcastle at St. Jame's Park which kept the embers of catching Man City burning. We talk about expelling the demons of last season, some fantastic individual performances, and whether or not we still believe we can catch Man City.

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Episode 12 - The Scouting Room - Newcastle Away: Revenge On The Mind

Fri, 05 May 2023 17:59:34 GMT

On the latest Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (@JFishAFC) and Luke (@ekulkun) talk about the upcoming away game vs Newcastle in a fixture that was the final nail in the coffin of our Champions League push last season. We discuss how we can navigate the occasion better with some added transfer speculation thrown in!

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Episode 11 - Chelsea Review: It's Nothing Personal

Thu, 04 May 2023 14:15:54 GMT

On the latest Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (@JFishAFC), Luke (@ekulkun) and Ben (@BenBrowning3) break down the emphatic 3-1 victory over Chelsea including Martin Odegaard's Man of The Match performance, Jakob Kiwior debut and more!

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Episode 10 - The Schadenfreude Podcast: Laughing at Spurs and Previewing Chelsea

Mon, 01 May 2023 15:39:04 GMT

On this episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (@JFishAFC), Luke (@ekulkun) and Ben (@BenBrowning3) talk about getting back on the horse against a battered and bruised Chelsea after a poor run of results (with some laughing at Tottenham included)

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Episode 9 - Charlie Patino to Leave?

Mon, 01 May 2023 14:23:43 GMT

On this BONUS episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Luke (@ekulkun) and Ben (@BenBrowning3) talk about the news broken by David Ornstein that Charlie Patino will look to secure a permanent move away from Arsenal in the summer in a bid for first team football. We talk about if it's a good move for Arsenal, the purpose of the youth team, and what could be blocking his pathway to the first team.

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Episode 8 - Man City Away Match Review: This Isn't The End

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 14:28:18 GMT

On this episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (@JFishAFC), Luke (@ekulkun) and Ben (@BenBrowning3) talk about the 4-1 defeat to Manchester City that has further dented Arsenal's title hopes, discuss what went wrong emotionally, physically and tactically and what we can do to end the season on a high.

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Episode 7 - The Scouting Room: Manchester City

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:32:37 GMT

On this episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Justin (@JFishAFC), Luke (@ekulkun) and Ben (@BenBrowning3) preview the title deciding clash Wednesday against Manchester City. What changes could be made to improve our defensive structure? Is the Bayern Munich match a blueprint for attacking City? What are the emotions like heading into the biggest match in nearly a decade?

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Episode 6 - Southampton Match Review: Taking the Scenic Route

Sat, 22 Apr 2023 15:03:40 GMT

Luke (@ekulkun) and Ben (@BenBrowning3) discuss the gut-punch that was Arsenal drawing 3-3 in the Premier League with Southampton and what that means for the title race

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Episode 5 - Southampton Preview: Time to Right the Ship

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 19:46:25 GMT

On this episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, Fraser Spinney (@FraserSpinney21) from Analytics United joins to preview Southampton and their matchup against Arsenal who look to turn it around after two disappointing results.

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Episode 4 - West Ham Away: A Draw that Felt like a Loss

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 18:49:48 GMT

On this episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, @JfishAFC, @ekulkun and @BenBrowning3 discuss the frustrating draw at London Stadium Sunday. We discuss the emotions around the dropped points, whether the title challenge is still on, ponder the future of Tierney and ESR and attempt to make sense of how Arsenal blew another 2-0 lead.

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Episode 3 - Anfield Away Match Review: One Point Gained or Two Points Dropped?

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 15:45:32 GMT

On this episode of the Bruised Banana FC Match Review, Ben (@BenBrowning3) and Luke (@ekulkun) review the dramatic 2-2 draw against Liverpool and discuss the first half dominance, Aaron Ramsdale's MoTM performance and where Arsenal go from here in the title race!

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Episode 2 - Anfield Away Preview: Are Liverpool Even Good?

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 17:54:47 GMT

On this episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, the guys preview our trip to Anfield on Sunday. We talk if Jurgen Klopp is rotating, or just scrambling for a functional XI, how this Arsenal team can beat Liverpool and Ben makes a bold prediction!

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Episode 1 - The Bruised Banana FC Match Review Debut

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:05:32 GMT

On the debut episode of the Bruised Banana FC Podcast, we discuss the 4-1 victory over Leeds, how Jesus has finally returned and a little laughter at Chelsea

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