Son of Chelsea
Presenter and Broadcaster Daniel Childs breaks down the latest events around Stamford Bridge in a rational fashion. Reacting to the headlines to analysing the stories behind the most predictably unpredictable club in London, wherever you may be, listen to SonOfChelsea wherever you get your podcasts.
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October 27, 2026 • 14 mins
On the underlying numbers, Chelsea have gone from one of the league’s best sides to one of its most average, falling from second to 11th for expected goals. But the data isn’t destiny, and we’ve been fooled by xG before. Plus Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or and the latest on Michael Carrick before Saturday.
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October 26, 2026 • 17 mins
Chelsea are fifth and two points off fourth, so this isn’t a crisis, but losing at home to Spurs will follow Xabi Alonso the way 2018 followed Antonio Conte. Plus the latest on João Pedro’s knee, why Alex Scott looks closer, and why a Man United side in chaos is the worst opponent for Saturday.
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01:06 Spurs fallout: how bad was it?
02:06 The last time: Conte, 2018
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October 25, 2026 • 24 mins
Chelsea lost 2-0 at home to Spurs, and the defeat was down to more than João Pedro’s absence. No focal point, no change at half time, a goalkeeping error and a needless red card for Cole Palmer. The bigger question is what this Chelsea team is meant to be without its best link player.
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October 22, 2026 • 13 mins
Chelsea host Spurs at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening, and Spurs’ high press could leave the space Chelsea’s front three need. Here’s my predicted XI, the key battles, and why Pedro Neto has earned his place over Estêvão for now. Recorded Thursday, before Xabi Alonso’s press conference.
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October 22, 2026 • 16 mins
The BBC’s Nizaar Kinsella reports there are no active contract talks with Josh Acheampong, whose camp want him established first. I argue he already is, and that Wesley Fofana should be sold next summer. Plus why academy players get fewer chances than expensive signings, the higher bar facing Estêvão and Quenda, Trevoh Chalobah’s emotional Athletic interview, Man United’s All or Nothing collapse after a 4-1 loss t...
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October 21, 2026 • 11 mins
Real Madrid want Chelsea and the rest of the 2021 six to help pay €80m of Super League set-up costs. Today I explain why that proves the idea isn’t dead, why fans who stopped it in 2021 can’t get complacent, and how parts of it may already be creeping in by stealth. Plus: De Zerbi says Tosin and Robertson are fit for Saturday, João Pedro trademarks JP9, loan corner, and Chris Kavanagh gets the derby.
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October 20, 2026 • 13 mins
The Mail reports that Man City could face a points deduction big enough to send them down. On today’s Morning Blues, I explain why I think forced sale of the ownership would be the stronger punishment, and why wanting City wiped out entirely misses the innocent people at the club, especially the fans.
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October 19, 2026 • 11 mins
Emi Martínez’s fractured jaw means Mike Penders finally gets his first real run as Chelsea’s number one, and it comes against Spurs, Liverpool and Man United. On today’s Morning Blues, I explain why this is the chance I’ve been saying he needs since the summer, what he has to do to make it a genuine contest when Martínez returns, and why Petrović under Pochettino is the example to follow.
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October 17, 2026 • 16 mins
Reacting to Chelsea's 2-0 win over Everton in the Premier League, with goals from Pedro Neto securing a big win for Xabi Alonso. How Chelsea impressed, concern for Emi Martinez after his injury, the tactical changes that made the difference for Chelsea and more.
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October 16, 2026 • 13 mins
Daniel Childs previews Chelsea's trip to face Everton in the Premier League on Saturday. Reacting to the news of Reece James having surgery and being out injured till 2027. The rest of Chelsea team news and injury news after Xabi Alonso's press conference. A look at Everton, a tactical preview and my predicted Chelsea lineup.
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October 15, 2026 • 13 mins
Cole Palmer has faced a week of criticism after footage showed him walking past young fans outside Stamford Bridge after the Bournemouth win. On today’s Morning Blues, I explain why I don’t blame Palmer. I cover the club’s reported instructions to players, the safety risks when crowds swarm players, and the growing distance between Premier League footballers and supporters. I also share a memory of queuing for hou...
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October 14, 2026 • 13 mins
Is English football heading for a financial cliff? Today on Morning Blues, Daniel Childs dives deep into the IFR's staggering new report showing 94% of top clubs operating at a loss, surging transfer debt, and what institutional ownership really means for the average supporter. We also cover the breaking news that Bournemouth could listen to offers for Alex Scott in January, get you updated on Reece James' latest knee setback, and ...
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October 13, 2026 • 14 mins
Today we look at Chelsea's midfield improvement with the huge return of Moises Caicedo against Bournemouth and the partnership with Jordan Henderson. What does Xabi Alonso's new formation mean for Chelsea's shape and players moving forward?
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October 13, 2026 • 16 mins
Today’s Morning Blues is a Loan Watch special, rating how Chelsea’s loan army has started the 2026/27 season.
We look at the big-money loans: Garnacho’s struggle for minutes at Aston Villa and what it means for his obligation to buy, Disasi playing regularly at Palace, and Badiashile’s quiet start at Napoli. He also covers Strasbourg, where Jørgensen, Antwi and Essugo are all getting European football.
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October 12, 2026 • 13 mins
Morning Blues! Today we reflect on Chelsea's brilliant 5-1 win over Bournemouth, the Jordan Henderson masterclass, new contract for Cole Palmer, also reacting to the frenzy over Man City's win at Liverpool, and transfer rumours regarding Jules Kounde.
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October 11, 2026 • 19 mins
Reacting to Chelsea's brilliant 5-1 victory over Bournemouth in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. With a Jordan Henderson masterclass, big return for Moises Caicedo and more goals for Joao Pedro. Was this the 'complete' Xabi Alonso performance we were waiting for, and what does it say about Chelsea's structure moving forward?
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October 9, 2026 • 17 mins
Proper football is back! Chelsea host Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge and, after a long international break, Xabi Alonso has delivered a surprise injury boost with Caicedo, João Pedro, Reece James and Cole Palmer all declared fit.
In this preview I run through the team news, break down Marco Rose’s Bournemouth (the first side ever to lead in each of their first four Premier League games and not win any of them) and look at wh...
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October 8, 2026 • 17 mins
Morning Blues! Back to break down the massive news that Laurence Stewart has left Chelsea, kicking off a much-needed shake-up in the club's recruitment structure. Plus, we dive into Xabi Alonso's plans for Reece James in central midfield, pay tribute to the legendary Pedro following his retirement, and give you a crucial travel warning for heading to Stamford Bridge this weekend. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a positiv...
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October 7, 2026 • 37 mins
Daniel Childs is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea reporter Liam Twomey to breakdown recent events at Stamford Bridge. Some chuckles had at Enzo Maresca & Enzo Fernandez's expense due to Manchester City scandal.
Assessing the start under Xabi Alonso, midfield issues, Estevao future, potential January signings and the future of the stadium with CPO and Clearlake.
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October 7, 2026 • 14 mins
Good Morning Blues!
On today’s podcast, we react to the latest nonsense by Piers Morgan going after Cole Palmer for missing England for the woke nonsense of being injured. Nizaar Kinsella reports that Clearlake are exploring expanding Cobham and how this ties into the future of Stamford Bridge.
And Si Phillips reports that interest in Nottingham Forest defender Murillo is not going away.
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