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EFL Fan Network 25/26: Episode 15 - Middlesbrough stunned as Rob Edwards joins Wolves!

Dan Fudge returns after a turbulent week for managers in the Championship!


Jamie Dalgarno from the Twe12th Man Podcast gives his take on Rob Edwards' controversial departure from Middlesbrough to Wolves...


Meanwhile we reflect on the ill-fated Liam Manning era at Norwich City with Jez Davies from Beyond the Barclay...


We ask why Alan Sheehan couldn't get it right at Swansea with Luke Davies from Swans Cast...


And ahead of talkSPORT 2's exclusive clash between Luton Town v Rotherham Town tomorrow night, we discuss FIFA's controversial new penalty proposals with Adam Driscoll from the Oak Road Hatters and the New York Talk's Tom Eyre!

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  • EFL Fan Network 25/26: Episode 23- FA Cup Preview Show!

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    Dan Fudge returns to preview the third round of the FA Cup...We discuss the suspicious circumstances around Portsmouth's cancelled match with Ipswich Town with David Howes from Three Lads in the Pub...Meanwhile Tom Ward from Sky Blues Extra says that Championship leaders Coventry aren't in a crisis... but admits that results need to improve!We discuss Chris Davies' future at Birmingham City with Craig Courtney from the Tilton Talk Show...And we discuss the all Championship FA Cup clash between manager-less West Brom and Swansea City with Chris Hall from Albion Analysis and Swans Cast's Luke Davies!
  • An EFL All Access Special with Plymouth Argyle Captain Joe Edwards!

    49:37|
    This is 'EFL: All Access' where every Monday we discuss all of the big stories across the EFL!Hugh Woozencroft is alongside our special guest, Plymouth Argyle Captain Joe Edwards to discuss all the big stories from the weekend's fixtures with many being called off due to the cold weather! They assess the Pilgrim's season so far as Joe discusses playing under Tom Cleverley, targets for the remainder of the campaign and his future plans in the game. We turn our attention to the Championship as we reflect on a big win for Birmingham City, Middlesbrough earning a valuable victory after a tough spell of form and we analyse Preston North End's promotion credentials. We're joined by Pete Smith, reporter for the 'Stoke Sentinel' to discuss the Potters positive start to 2026 and reflect on the job Mark Robins has done in his tenure with the club. We also head into League One to discuss Lincoln City's promotion ambitions with supporter Gary Hutchinson from the 'Stacey West Podcast'.
  • EFL Fan Network 25/26: Episode 22- New Years Resolutions for the EFL!

    52:55|
    Dan Fudge brings you the EFL Fan network... New Years Special! We speak to fans of two underdog clubs: Rich Fay from Rob. Ryan. Red & Ravens Weekly's Matt Hall about the respective successes of Wrexham and Bromley respectively...Meanwhile David Pottier from Forever Bristol City explains how he expects the Robins to spend the £11 million sell-on fee from the Antoine Semenyo transfer...Ant Northgraves from To Hull and Back reveals what kind of manager in Liam Rosenior, plus Mike Parkin from The Rookery End suggests that Watford may have finally found some stability under Javi Gracia 2.0!All that plus we discuss our football New Years Resolutions ahead of a massive 2026 for football!
  • Is there a twist in the Championship promotion race?

    52:26|
    This is 'EFL: All Access' where every Monday we discuss all of the big stories across the EFL!Hugh Woozencroft is alongside Reading's Co-CEO Joe Jacobson to discuss all the big stories from over the festive period! They discuss Joe's work at Reading, the club's recent form under Leam Richardson and the biggest lesson Joe's learnt in the job since his appointment. We reflect on Ipswich's huge win over Coventry City and question whether it was a 'statement' victory from the Tractor Boys. We assess whether Hull City and Watford should be taken seriously in the Championship promotion race and if Wrexham have turned a corner after back to back wins for Phil Parkinson. We focus on Portsmouth and their hopes of survival with Neil Allen, Chief Sports Writer for the 'Portsmouth News'. We head into League One and discuss Darren Moore's sacking at Port Vale with supporter Jonny Hancock from the 'Ale and Vale Podcast'. Finally, we wrap up the show and the year, with some EFL 2025 awards!
  • EFL Fan Network 25/26: Episode 21 - Christmas Special!

    54:55|
    Dan Fudge brings you the EFL Fan network... Christmas Special!Following interest by Mike Ashley in buying Sheffield Wednesday, Lee Lawler of Newcastle Fans TV tells Dan what Wednesday could possibly expect going forward... Chris Forryan from LTID says that Leicester City are going nowhere under Martí Cifuentes...Meanwhile Ant Northgraves from the To Hull and Back Podcast reminisces about the iconic Phil Brown boxing day moment back in 2008...And ahead of Barnsley v Mansfield in League 1, we pit Craig Priest from Mansfield Matters against The Reds Report's Carlo van de Watering for a very festive round of You Tell Me!
  • Festive Cheer for QPR & Fan Frustration at Luton!

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    This is 'EFL: All Access' where every Monday we discuss all of the big stories across the EFL!Hugh Woozencroft is alongside the former Luton and Swindon Town Striker Sam Parkin to discuss all the big stories ahead of the festive period! They assess the current fight for the Championship title and also analyse a couple of teams knocking on the door of the Play-Off race with both Queens Park Rangers and Watford making strides in recent weeks. We're joined by Oxford United Reporter for the 'Oxford Mail' Malachi Obrey to discuss the U's struggles and assess whether they can survive in the Championship this season. We head into League One to reflect on Lincoln City's recent form as they look at a potential promotion push and we're joined by Finley Cannon from the 'Oak Road Hatters' Podcast to discuss Jack Wilshere's start at Luton Town.
  • EFL Fan Network 25/26: Episode 20 - Cardiff push Chelsea all the way!

    48:16|
    Dan Fudge reacts a colossal week of EFL football!Following a brave performance from the Sky Blues in the Carabao Cup against Chelsea, we speak to Simon Willis from Cardiff City World!Meanwhile Rich Woodward from Blue Monday podcast reflects on an inconsistent return to the EFL for Ipswich Town...Joe Ross Williams from the Loathed Strangers waxes lyrical about the resurgence of Ian Holloway at Swindon Town...And ahead of Bolton v Wycombe in League 1, we Ryan Latham from Trotter Chatter against Heroes of HP12's Dan Clark for a festive game of You Tell Me!
  • Does the EFL Need VAR?

    50:29|
    This is 'EFL: All Access' where every Monday we discuss all of the big stories across the EFL!Hugh Woozencroft is alongside the former Arsenal & Stevenage midfielder Adrian Clarke to discuss all the big stories from the EFL weekend! They assess the Championship title credentials of both Coventry City and Middlesbrough and also analyse the current Play-Off race in the second tier. They discuss West Brom's form under Ryan Mason and focus on Phillipe Clement's start at Norwich City. ? We're joined by Huddersfield Town supporter Matt Shaw from the 'And He Takes That Chance Podcast' to reflect on the Terriers struggles in League One as pressure mounts on manager Lee Grant. We dive into League Two to discuss Darrell Clarke's sacking at Bristol Rovers as 'Bristol Live' Reporter Will Murray joins us to give his perspective on the decision and what next for the Gas! The guys also pose the all important question- should the EFL introduce VAR?
  • EFL Fan Network 25/26: Episode 19 - MOTM Drainage at Ewood Park

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    Dan Fudge reacts to a dramatic week in the EFL!Following the second abandoned home match of the season for Blackburn, Ian Herbert from the 4000 Holes podcast puts on his meteorologist hat and reflects on a tricky period for Rovers...Jamie Dalgarno from the Twe12th Man Podcast compares Kim Hellberg's perfect start to life at Middlesbrough to a nightmare beginning for Rob Edwards at Wolves...We ask Chris Hall from Albion Analysis how much time Ryan Mason has left at West Brom following another damaging loss for the Baggies...And we preview the return of League 1 with Joe Bell from the Green and White podcast & New York Talk's Tom Eyre - and ask them if the game is well and truly gone!