Shooting Blanks

In this special episode, we reflect on our top moments, the highs and lows of our clubs, and the incredible support from our listeners. Whether you've been with us since day one or just found us recently, we thank you for being part of the Hooligan’s Pitch community.Here’s to the next 100!

With the Champions League Final set with PSG and Inter Milan, we shift our focus to the top 5 race in the EPL. The pressure is on as Manchester City, Chelsea, and Newcastle all jockey for position. Chelsea’s 3-1 win over Liverpool, Brentford’s rise to eighth, and Villa’s strong form put them in contention for a top-four finish. Meanwhile, Newcastle’s recent struggles and West Ham’s winless run highlight the tightening competition, leaving little room for error in the final matches.

Arne Slot’s Liverpool sealed the title in style, while Wolves chase a Forest-like rise under Vitor Pereira. Evanilson’s suspension dents Bournemouth’s European hopes, and Jackson’s goal could revive Chelsea’s top-five bid. West Ham’s defensive woes continue as relegated Ipswich reflect on missed chances. Meanwhile, Fulham eye seventh after Sessegnon's late heroics.

Back, back again. Villa and Fulham shook up the Euro race, Wolves buried Ipswich’s hopes, and Fulham snapped Liverpool’s streak in style. Palace won with two red cards, Southampton hit rock bottom, and Newcastle humiliated Leicester. Chaos, comebacks, and carnage everywhere.

Forest gets their TREEVENGE with Callum Hudson-Odoi’s clutch goal pushed Nottingham Forest closer to the Champions League while deepening Manchester City’s misery. Manchester United battled to a fiery draw at Old Trafford, while Chelsea scraped past a struggling Leicester side. Liverpool dominated Southampton with a commanding 3-1 victory at Anfield, with Mo making more history. Also, Palmer gone cold?

27 goals from 25 sharpshooters lit up the Premier League! Ismaila Sarr torched Aston Villa, while Jaden Philogene-Bidace rattled Man United, both netting braces. Leicester’s Jannik Vestergaard handed West Ham an own goal. Chelsea demolished Southampton, but Aaron Ramsdale’s six heroic saves prevented a massacre. Ederson kept Spurs at bay, keeping City alive. Liverpool tightened their grip on the title, while Arsenal and Forest stumbled. City, Chelsea, and Newcastle lurk dangerously—brace yourselves!

Liverpool’s 2-0 lead over Wolves came with drama—Konate dodged a red, Jota milked VAR, and luck sealed three points. Spurs danced around United’s creaky midfield, Arsenal’s Merino became an unlikely striker hero, and Fulham’s Jimenez and Traore torched Forest, leaving Nuno reminiscing.

Deadline Day chaos mixed with weekend drama! Man City splashes over $200M for Porto’s Nico Gonzalez, while Villa nabs Asensio on loan. Chelsea grabs Amougou, eyes Milan for Félix, and United fears Martínez's ACL injury. West Ham lands Ferguson, and Palace rejects Spurs’ bid for Guéhi. Chelsea’s Chilwell heads to Palace. Meanwhile, City’s embarrassing 5-1 defeat to Arsenal steals the spotlight, while Liverpool escapes lucky at Bournemouth, and the Milan derby delivers its usual drama!

Liverpool’s Darwin Núñez stole the spotlight, bagging two stoppage-time goals to secure a 2-0 win over Brentford and extend their Premier League lead to six points. Arsenal slipped in a 2-2 draw against Aston Villa, while Nottingham Forest edged Southampton 3-2 to stay level with the Gunners. Everton broke their winless streak under Moyes by toppling Spurs, Ipswich was crushed 6-0 by City, and United faltered against Brighton.

Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United nearly stunned Liverpool with tactical brilliance and mental resilience in their best performance yet. Savinho’s move to Man City’s left wing has rejuvenated the team and unleashed Haaland’s scoring spree. Chelsea’s winless skid continues as Maresca’s non-inverted full-backs leave them exposed in transitions. Arsenal struggles without Odegaard and Saka, Spurs grapple with injuries, Bournemouth’s impactful subs make history, and Nottingham Forest’s rock-solid defense drives their incredible Premier League form.