The Prem Pulse podcast

Two weeks in and the Premier League is already giving us plenty to talk about.In the latest episode of The Prem Pulse Podcast, we review the biggest results and talking points from Gameweek Two, with the Nordic contingent once again making a serious impact.Erling Haaland, Alexander Isak and Anthony Elanga all found the net, while Martin Ødegaard and Arsenal continued their strong start with another clean sheet. We look at which Nordic players are hitting the ground running and who has caught our attention after the opening two rounds.Attention also turns to Europe as we look ahead to the Champions League fixtures, plus the upcoming EFL Cup ties as the schedule begins to get considerably busier for Premier League clubs.With the transfer window now closed, we discuss the late deals, the clubs that strengthened and those who may already be regretting the business they didn't get done.And Neal returns with his weekly "The Road Back to the Prem" feature, following West Ham's Championship campaign and their attempt to make an immediate return to the Premier League.In this episode:The biggest results and talking points from Premier League Gameweek TwoHaaland back among the goals for Manchester CityIsak scores as his new chapter at Liverpool continuesAnother goal for Newcastle's ElangaØdegaard and Arsenal maintain their impressive startThe Nordic players making an early impact this seasonChampions League fixtures and the big European tests aheadThe upcoming EFL Cup fixturesTransfer window reaction and the biggest deadline dealsWhich clubs strengthened and which were left short?Neal's "The Road Back to the Prem" with the latest from West HamPlus, the latest from around the Premier League including Manchester United, Manchester City, Everton, Spurs, Newcastle, Liverpool, Bournemouth, Chelsea, Brighton, Crystal Palace, Leeds, Sunderland, Brentford, Aston Villa, Fulham, Nottingham Forest, Ipswich, Hull City, Coventry and Arsenal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Premier League is back, and there was plenty to unpack from an eventful opening weekend.In the latest episode of The Prem Pulse Podcast, we review the biggest results and talking points from Gameweek One, before turning our attention to the Champions League draw, the midweek EFL Cup action and the final days of the transfer window.Arsenal began their title defence with a convincing 3–0 win over Coventry, with Martin Ødegaard producing one of the standout performances of the weekend. The Arsenal captain scored, created chances and looked back to his best after an injury-disrupted campaign last season.Elsewhere, Anthony Elanga struck after just five minutes as Newcastle drew 2–2 with Liverpool, while former Newcastle striker Alexander Isak returned to St James' Park in Liverpool colours.Erling Haaland celebrated his 200th Manchester City appearance, but unusually failed to score or assist as City needed a late comeback to beat Bournemouth. Brighton thrashed Aston Villa 4–0, Brentford stunned Tottenham 3–0, and it was a weekend to forget for Victor Lindelöf.We also react to the Champions League draw, with some seriously tough European tests ahead, particularly for Manchester City and Aston Villa, and discuss what those fixtures could mean when the schedule starts piling up.In this episode:Arsenal start their title defence in styleØdegaard's brilliant opening-weekend performanceElanga scores early against LiverpoolIsak's return to St James' ParkHaaland blanks on his 200th City appearanceBrighton put four past Aston VillaBrentford's 3–0 win over TottenhamThe Nordic players who impressed and struggledThe Champions League draw and tough tests for City, Villa and othersMidweek EFL Cup resultsThe latest transfer newsWho still desperately needs business done before the window closes?Latest updates from around the Premier League including: Manchester United, Manchester City, Everton, Spurs, Newcastle, Liverpool, Bournemouth, Chelsea, Brighton, Crystal Palace, Leeds, Sunderland, Brentford, Aston Villa, Fulham, Nottingham Forest, Ipswich, Hull City, Coventry and Arsenal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of The Prem Pulse Podcast, Barry and Neal make their Premier League predictions for the 2026/27 season - but this year things look a little different for Neal, with West Ham no longer in the Premier League.Watching the season through a new lens, Neal joins Barry to look across the league without the usual West Ham bias as they debate the big questions:The Title Race – Who wins the Premier League and who will be their biggest challengers?The Top Four – Who secures Champions League football and which big clubs miss out?The Relegation Battle – Which three teams are going down, and can the promoted sides survive?Surprise Packages – The teams, players and managers who could exceed expectations – and who could seriously underperform, and be sacked first.Players, Transfers & Wild Predictions – Best signing, biggest flop, Golden Boot, Player of the Season, breakout star and one bold prediction for 2026/27.Will Barry and Neal agree on anything? And does watching from outside the Premier League give Neal a completely different perspective?We’ll revisit the predictions later in the season to find out who got it right - and who got it horribly wrong.The Prem Pulse Podcast – football discussion, debate and predictions from fans across Europe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After finally ending a 22-year wait for the Premier League title, Arsenal enter the new season with a very different challenge: how do you defend it?In the latest episode of The Prem Pulse Podcast, Neal interviews his co-host Barry, and he looks ahead to Arsenal’s upcoming campaign after a remarkable season that saw the Gunners crowned Premier League champions and come agonisingly close to Champions League glory, eventually losing on penalties to PSG.Now the question changes from can Arsenal win it? to who can stop them?Barry discusses the mentality required to defend a title and whether finally winning it could actually take some of the pressure off Arteta and his players. Could we now see an Arsenal side playing with more freedom, taking greater risks and allowing Arteta to loosen the tactical reins?There’s also plenty to discuss in the transfer market. Bruno Guimarães, Christos Tzolis and Ezri Konsa strengthen an already formidable squad, but Barry believes there is still work to do - both bringing in further quality and moving players on.Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, Fábio Vieira and Reiss Nelson are among those whose futures come under the spotlight, while we discuss whether a loan move could be the right next step for Ethan Nwaneri.And just how high should Arsenal be aiming?Could this team produce another Invincibles season? Could they dominate the Premier League and potentially finish 20 points clear of second place? Or will the demands of potentially playing around 70 matches make squad depth and rotation Arsenal’s biggest challenge?In this episode:Arsenal defending their first Premier League title in 22 yearsComing agonisingly close to Champions League glory last seasonHow the mentality changes from chasing the title to defending itCould Arteta introduce more risk, freedom and attacking expression?Guimarães, Tzolis and Konsa - what the new signings bringWhy Arsenal may still need more additionsJesus, Martinelli, Vieira and Nelson - time to move on?Would a loan be best for Ethan Nwaneri?Who can actually beat Arsenal this season?Could Arsenal genuinely go unbeaten?Is a record 20-point gap to second place possible?The challenge of potentially playing 70 games and keeping the squad freshWhy Saka, Ødegaard and Havertz will be desperate to contribute after missing significant periods last seasonArsenal spent years trying to get back to the top. Now comes the challenge of staying there.Could this Arsenal side be even better than the one that won the title? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bite-size Journey Back to the Prem! Championship special from The Prem Pulse Podcast, co-host Neal shares his thoughts on West Ham’s new season in the Championship and whether the Hammers can make an immediate return to the Premier League.We look back at the opening 2-2 draw away at Burnley, where West Ham surrendered a 2-0 lead, and Neal explains why he believes Max Kilman needs replacing if the club is serious about promotion.There’s plenty of optimism too, particularly around the exciting young players coming through and the opportunity for them to make their mark in the Championship.We also tackle one of the biggest questions surrounding West Ham: is Nuno Espírito Santo the right manager to lead them back to the Premier League? For Neal, the jury is still out.In this episode:Life back in the Championship and whether a fresh start could be good for West HamThe 2-2 opening-day draw at Burnley after leading 2-0Why Neal thinks Max Kilman needs replacingWest Ham’s chances of securing an immediate Premier League returnWhy the Championship could prove tougher than some fans expectThe young players Neal is excited to see coming throughWhere the current squad still needs strengtheningWhether Nuno is the right man to lead the rebuildNeal’s prediction for West Ham’s finishing positionHis pick for West Ham Player of the SeasonCan West Ham make their Championship stay a short one? The Journey Back to the Prem starts here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.