Traction Engine Football Podcast

Which players have been most impressive so far in this Premier League season? Was Martinez right to call out the Man United board? Is the Champions League a welcomed distraction from the current political turmoil around the PL?

On this episode we discuss the future ramifications of the Manchester City case and the future direction of travel for the Premier League and european football

On this episode we discuss why the 'Bemuda Triangle' is so hard to navigate, how Alonso can navigate a short period without his star striker and whether Michael Carrick will make it to Christmas

On this episode we discuss the fallout from the Manchester derby, the contrasting fortunes of the newly promoted sides and the imbalanced nature of Liverpool's squad

What are the reasons behind Man United's dodgy start to the season? Is Martin Odegard key to Arsenal retaining the title? Is it too early to declare Isak back? Is Russell Martin A.I generated?

On this episode we discuss the Premier League winners and losers from the summer transfer window

On this episode we discuss the highs and lows from the opening weekend of the Premier League season - Did any big six club aside from Arsenal look convincing? Do Brentford have the best recruitment team in the league? Are Liverpool the most top heavy side in Premier League history?

We debate who the biggest winners and losers will be from the upcoming Premier League campaign.Could Newcastle actually face relegation? Could Chelsea mount a title charge? Who will be the first manager sacked?

A debate around ther great winners and losers from the 2025/2026 Premier League season