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Not Too Xabi Start for Chelsea

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The FC crew react to Chelsea's 4-3 win over Brighton and question if the Blues can compete for the title while playing such back and forth games. Plus, the guys break down Real Madrid's 4-0 thumping of Malaga and praise Jose Mourinho for instilling a better mentality at the club. The crew also question why Man United's 2nd goal was allowed to stand after a handball in the buildup.
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When was this episode published?: August 30, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 50 min.
What podcast is this from?: ESPN FC. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: ESPN FC covers soccer. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.

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The FC crew react to Chelsea's 4-3 win over Brighton and question if the Blues can compete for the title while playing such back and forth games. Plus, the guys break down Real Madrid's 4-0 thumping of Malaga and praise Jose Mourinho for instilling a better mentality at the club. The crew also question why Man United's 2nd goal was allowed to stand after a handball in the buildup.
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Liverpool's Stumbling Start

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Why We Love This Club

Underdog Podcasts

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The Beautiful Game: Unfiltered

Underdog Podcasts

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Football Weekly

The Guardian

Soccer

The Rest Is Football

Goalhanger

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Men In Blazers

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Listen guide

How do I listen to this episode of ESPN FC?

"Not Too Xabi Start for Chelsea" is an episode of ESPN FC. Runtime 50 min. Published August 30, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.

Step by step

Open Spot Sports. Get the free Spot Sports app for background play, lock-screen controls, and offline downloads.
Or stream right here. Tap play on the episode card above. No app needed.
Browse the full podcast. Jump to the ESPN FC page for the rest of the catalog.
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Quick FAQ

When was this episode published?: August 30, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 50 min.
What podcast is this from?: ESPN FC. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: ESPN FC covers soccer. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.