Chaz Kicks Off!

🎙️ Powered by PlayNimbus – Fantasy Football Reimagined.sign up: playnimbus.app/chazThe World Cup has exploded into life... and Charlie Austin has plenty to say about it.From Spain being held by Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia frustrating Uruguay, to Scotland's incredible support taking over America, the underdogs are stealing the headlines.Charlie gives his unfiltered verdict on FIFA's controversial new format, hydration breaks, ticket prices, VAR, fan culture and why he believes England have absolutely NO excuses under Thomas Tuchel.Plus:⚽ Spain 0-0 Cape Verde reaction ⚽ Saudi Arabia impress again ⚽ Scotland's unforgettable World Cup atmosphere ⚽ Charlie's rant on FIFA's "four-quarter football" ⚽ AI predicts the Golden Boot winner ⚽ Sweden and Japan emerge as dark horses ⚽ England vs Croatia preview ⚽ PlayNimbus Challenge Charlie updateAnd coming next episode: Charlie takes on a football fan with a photographic memory who claims he can remember almost every World Cup result ever played...🎙️ Chaz Kicks Off – The Official Charlie Austin Podcast

The World Cup is finally here!Charlie Austin and Peter Redding look ahead to the opening matches as Mexico and South Africa get the tournament underway, discuss the players chasing history in their sixth World Cup, and ask whether Cristiano Ronaldo should still start for Portugal.Plus:⚽ Charlie's verdict on England's final warm-up win⚽ Scotland's chances of making it out of the group⚽ FIFA, ticket prices and the World Cup controversies already making headlines⚽ Everton's latest financial headache⚽ Wolves sack Rob Edwards despite recent signings⚽ The latest transfer rumours including the huge valuation of Elliot Anderson⚽ PlayNimbus World Cup Fantasy Challenge – can you beat Charlie Austin?Join Charlie's PlayNimbus league, pick your players and follow the World Cup with us all summer long.🎙️ Powered by PlayNimbus – Fantasy Football Reimagined.sign up: playnimbus.app/chaz📲 Follow, subscribe and join the conversation on social media.

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chazThe countdown to the 2026 World Cup continues as Charlie Austin and Peter Redding break down England's latest warm-up performance, the ongoing Jude Bellingham versus Morgan Rogers debate, and why Harry Kane remains the key to England's hopes.Charlie gives his honest verdict on England's display, discusses the concerns over World Cup pitch conditions, and explains why he still believes France are the team everyone has to beat. Meanwhile, AI predicts the tournament winner — but Charlie isn't buying it.Plus, the official PlayNimbus World Cup Challenge is here. We reveal the first fixtures, including England v Croatia and England v Ghana, and Charlie builds his dream England v Scotland fantasy team as fans prepare to go head-to-head throughout the tournament.⚽ England World Cup debate🏴 England v Scotland fantasy selections🇫🇷 Why France remain Charlie's favourites🤖 AI World Cup predictions reviewed🎮 PlayNimbus World Cup Challenge launchJoin Charlie's league and see if you can beat the former Premier League striker throughout the World Cup.

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chazWho wins the 2026 World Cup?Charlie Austin gives his verdict as Chaz Kicks Off Summer continues with a deep dive into the biggest football tournament on the planet.From France, England, Spain and Argentina to dark horses Norway, Morocco and Egypt, Charlie and Peter Redding break down the nations they believe can go all the way, the teams nobody is talking about, and the players who could light up the tournament.🏆 Charlie names his World Cup favourites🇫🇷 Why France may be the team to beat🏴 Why England MUST deliver this time🇦🇷 Can Argentina do it again?🌍 The outsiders who could shock the world⚽ The impact of the expanded 48-team tournament🔥 Eight Middle Eastern nations making history🎯 Early Play Nimbus player picksPlus, Charlie explains why tournament football is unlike anything else in the game and reveals what players are really thinking as the World Cup countdown begins.

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chazThe countdown to the World Cup is officially on. This week on Chaz Kicks Off, Charlie Austin and Peter Redding break down Arsenal's Champions League final defeat to PSG, the penalty shoot-out mistakes that changed everything, and why football fans are falling back in love with the way PSG play the game.The lads also react to the shock departure of Arne Slot from Liverpool, discuss who could replace him at Anfield, and debate whether Arsenal are now best placed to dominate English football over the next few seasons.Plus, with the World Cup just around the corner, Charlie reveals FIFA's new rule changes, including crackdowns on time-wasting, goalkeeper delays, substitutions and VAR interventions. Will the changes improve the game or create even more controversy?Also in the episode:⚽ PSG's back-to-back European triumphs⚽ Arsenal's tactical approach under Arteta⚽ Anthony Gordon's Barcelona move⚽ The England World Cup debate: North vs South⚽ Classic World Cup shirts and football nostalgia⚽ Why football fans are excited for the World Cup again

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chazFormer Premier League referee Graham Scott joins Chaz Kicks Off for one of the most fascinating football conversations we’ve had yet. From VAR chaos and tunnel confrontations to dressing room psychology, referee pressure and the reality behind football’s most controversial decisions, Graham gives an honest, no-filter insight into life in the middle.Charlie Austin revisits that infamous VAR rant, Graham reveals why being on VAR is harder than refereeing on the pitch, discusses Pep Guardiola’s peak Manchester City side, Kevin De Bruyne’s genius, dressing room cooling-off periods, and whether referees really do dread certain clubs and stadiums.A brilliant football conversation packed with stories, honesty and proper behind-the-scenes insight from a man who had the best seat in the house.

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chazThe summer starts here… and so does a first for the show.In this special edition of Chaz Kicks Off, Charlie Austin and Peter Redding welcome the podcast’s very first guest — Adam Levy, Co-Founder of PlayNimbus and the man behind the game that’s about to change how football fans experience the World Cup.As Chaz Kicks Off Summer officially launches, the lads look ahead to the biggest tournament in football and reveal how their new partnership with PlayNimbus will put listeners right in the action with Fantasy Football Reimagined.Inside this episode:⚽ Final thoughts on the Premier League season🌍 Why the World Cup changes everything🎮 Adam explains how PlayNimbus works — and why every match becomes its own battle🏆 Charlie sizes up his chances against the listeners📱 How YOU can take on Charlie in the official Chaz Kicks Off challenges this summer🔥 Plus all the football chat, opinions and predictions you expect from the official Charlie Austin podcastThis is the beginning of something new — new colours, new competition, new guest… same football obsession.Download, subscribe and get ready — because this summer, you’re not just watching the World Cup… you’re playing it. ⚽🌍🎙️Powered by PlayNimbus – Fantasy Football Reimagined.

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chazCharlie doesn’t hold back. Southampton’s punishment is in… but what about the fans who booked Wembley and are left out of pocket? We debate whether the punishment fits the crime, whether spying gave any real advantage, and why clubs need to remember supporters first.Plus Championship Play-Off chaos, Premier League drama and World Cup plans.

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chazFrom West Ham “waving the white flag” at Newcastle, to another huge VAR controversy involving Matheus Cunha’s handball goal, Charlie tears into the state of the Premier League — and questions whether Newcastle are slipping back into mid-table mediocrity.The lads also dive into:Chelsea’s managerial chaos and the Javi Alonso rumoursCeltic’s title-winning mayhem and controversial scenes in ScotlandRoy Keane going nuclear over goal celebrationsAnthony Gordon’s Bayern Munich linksWhy Arsenal are now ONE step away from the titleBruno Fernandes hitting legendary assist numbersLiverpool’s alarming drop-off despite winning the leaguePLUS: Charlie reveals a HUGE upcoming guest — former Premier League referee Graham Scott could be joining the podcast to talk VAR, officiating and life inside the game.