Wildcards with Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant

This week delivers one of the biggest football debates of the season alongside crucial Fantasy Premier League decisions as the title race tightens. Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant react to Arsenal’s costly dropped points against Wolves and Brentford, questioning whether this latest wobble has handed the Premier League title momentum back to Manchester City. With City potentially just two points behind and Arsenal still to travel to the Etihad, the pressure is firmly on. On the Fantasy Premier League side, the lads review Gameweek 26 scores, wildcard strategies and the growing trend of selling Erling Haaland to redistribute funds across midfield. Cole Palmer captaincy, Arsenal defensive picks and rogue striker options like Strand Larsen are all analysed. With Spurs fighting relegation under a new manager and Arsenal entering crunch time, the title race and FPL decisions are more intertwined than ever. You Will Hear: JJ’s Thoughts On The John Terry vs Virgil Van Dijk Debate Captaining Gabriel Was A Mistake Arsenal Wobble Again Will Man City Now Win The League? Is The Best Captain Option Now Palmer In FPL? Put Strand Larsen In Your Team As A Rogue Pick Is It Time To Sell Haaland? Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments: 0:00 – Virgil van Dijk vs John Terry debate teaser & social media storm 1:30 – Jermaine Pennant on handling online backlash over the Van Dijk vs Terry comments 3:39 – FPL wildcard update: weekly scores, ranks and mini‑league positions 4:08 – Big transfers: selling Madueke and Haaland, spreading funds across the Fantasy Football squad 7:18 – Controversial Gabriel captaincy and double gameweek defender strategy 9:39 – Arsenal’s wobble, dropped points and Man City taking control of the title race 10:39 – Brentford fixture run and swapping Havertz out for Toney in FPL 12:07 – Madueke minutes risk and how Arteta might set up Arsenal vs Spurs 13:28 – Rogue FPL picks: Thiago and Crystal Palace’s Strand Larsen value forward 15:24 – Most transferred in/out players and the growing “no Haaland” strategy 17:15 – Captaincy debate: Cole Palmer vs João Pedro vs Semenyo for Gameweek 26 18:01 – New Spurs manager Igor Tudor: tactical expectations and fantasy implications 20:00 – Gameweek 26 winner and Wildcards league community shout‑out 22:22 – Full Virgil van Dijk vs John Terry breakdown: stats, accolades and eras 35:43 – Is it “bottle” season for Arsenal and why Man City are now clear favourites 37:40 – North London Derby preview: Spurs motivation vs Arsenal title pressure 40:41 – Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest, new manager bounce and relegation battle 42:42 – Upcoming gameweek 27 plans and closing the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 25 of Wildcards delivers a huge week of Fantasy Premier League decisions and major Premier League managerial drama. Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant break down Gameweek 26 FPL strategy, including the bold call many managers are finally making: selling Erling Haaland. With Haaland no longer delivering consistent double-digit returns, is it time to redistribute funds into a stronger midfield? With Spurs hovering dangerously close to relegation, the conversation turns serious as they debate whether managerial instability is damaging clubs more than poor performances. The episode wraps with discussion on England’s World Cup prospects under Thomas Tuchel and why extending his contract could be the right move. You Will Hear: Captain Gabriel vs attacking Arsenal assets FPL wildcard reshuffles Premium midfield strategies Bournemouth attacking options Fixture difficulty and clean sheet trends Arsenal vs Spurs preview Spurs’ relegation fears The Thomas Frank sacking at Tottenham Nottingham Forest’s Sean Dyche situation Harry Redknapp, Pochettino & Robbie Keane managerial rumours Thomas Tuchel’s England contract extension through 2028 Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments: 0:00 – Coming up, Jermaine Jenas thoughts on Thomas Frank sacking 0:55 - Big FPL Call: Is It Time to Sell Haaland in Fantasy Premier League? 01:57 – Wildcard Played: Squad Reshuffle and Back-to-Back Wins in FPL 02:21 – Captaining Arsenal Defenders: Gabriel, Clean Sheets & Bonus Point Strategy 03:37 – Why FPL Managers Are Captaining Defenders Over Forwards 04:13 – Cole Palmer Miss & Fine Margins in Fantasy Premier League Points 04:42 – Squad Deep Dive: Heavy Midfield Strategy and Budget Forwards in FPL 06:10 – Moving to 5‑Midfield: Going 5–1 Formation and Downgrading Strikers 06:31 – Clean Sheets Win Leagues: Arsenal’s Defence and FPL DEF-CON Points Explained 08:04 – Benching Calvert‑Lewin: When FPL Gambles Pay Off (and When They Don’t) 08:33 – Bournemouth & West Ham Preview: Goal-Fest Fixture and Attacking Assets 10:23 – Backing Bournemouth Attackers: Great Value Picks for Fantasy Managers 11:52 – Late-Season FPL Strategy: Fewer Clean Sheets and Targeting High-Goal Games 11:54 – North London Derby Preview: Arsenal vs Spurs and Fantasy Line-Up Decisions 12:22 – Can Spurs Really Trouble Arsenal? New Manager Bounce vs Derby Chaos 14:17 – Wildcards Mini-League Update: Top Manager, Team “Change Name” & Key Differentials 15:25 – Community & Growth: Building the Wildcards League and Instagram Presence 16:35 – Sacking Special Begins: Tottenham Sack Thomas Frank – Was It Inevitable? 17:36 – Is It All on the Manager? Players vs Tactics in Spurs’ Relegation Battle 19:18 – Nottingham Forest Chaos: Sean Dyche Sacked and the Cost of an Impatient Owner 21:52 – Why Constant Managerial Changes Damage Club Stability and Results 23:38 – Who Next? Spurs’ Managerial Shortlist and the “Driveway Interview” Culture 25:33 – Should Harry Redknapp Return? Old-School Man-Management vs Modern Tactics 28:01 – Picking the Right Style: Formations, Simplicity and Confidence at Spurs 30:00 – Pochettino, Robbie Keane, De Zerbi: Best Long-Term Fit for Tottenham? 32:32 – Why Pochettino Makes Sense: Fan Lift, Dressing Room Buy-In & Stability 33:19 – International Stage: Thomas Tuchel’s England Contract Extension to 2028 34:02 – Judging Tuchel: Performances, Qualifiers and Knockout-Tie Game Management 36:13 – Protecting Tuchel from Club Poachers: Man United, Real Madrid & Spurs Links 37:00 – Closing Thoughts: FA Cup Weekend, Managerial Vacancies & What Comes Next Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant open the episode reflecting on rock-bottom FPL scores, disastrous bench points, and the psychological toll of a season that just isn’t going to plan. With wildcard talk firmly on the table, the lads debate whether a full reset ahead of Gameweek 25 is the only way forward. The biggest talking point is a bold one: selling Haaland. The episode explores whether spreading the budget across two premium players now outweighs the fear of Haaland hauling, and why Bruno Fernandes has suddenly become close to essential again following Manchester United’s resurgence. There’s also praise for form players like Florian Wirtz, discussion around budget enablers, and frustration with players who only return points once they’re sold. Attention then turns to fixtures and risk assessment, including why Spurs don’t look stable, why certain matches “reek” for FPL returns, and which games managers should avoid entirely. Chelsea vs Wolves, Manchester United vs Spurs, and Liverpool vs Man City are all analysed through an FPL lens rather than pure fandom. Plus the boys discuss a quiet January transfer window, Manchester City’s business, surprise moves involving Crystal Palace, and discussion around Pep Guardiola’s long-term future and what his eventual departure could mean for the Premier League. You Will Hear: FPL Gameweek 24 review and poor scores Selling Haaland debate Florian Wirtz has found form Spreading budget across multiple premium players January transfer window reaction Crystal Palace striker discussion Pep Guardiola’s future and potential replacements Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments: 0:00 Gameweek 24 Review – FPL Scores, Ranks and League Positions 01:25 Fantasy Football Struggles – Bench Points and Wildcard Talk 03:09 Big FPL Decision – Should You Sell Erling Haaland? 04:08 Haaland Replacement Strategy – Spreading Budget Across Squad 05:55 Florian Wirtz & Liverpool Assets – Emerging FPL Differentials 07:21 Gameweek 25 Preview – Full Wildcard vs Small Tweaks 08:03 Bruno Fernandes Analysis – Must‑Have Manchester United Midfielder 09:27 FPL Transfer Trends – Top Transfers In and Out for GW25 10:33 Second Half of the Season – New Form Players and João Pedro 11:26 Spurs vs Man United Preview – High‑Scoring FPL Fixture 13:28 Enzo Fernández FPL Value – Wolves vs Chelsea Match Outlook 14:42 Liverpool vs Man City – Why This Fixture Is a Fantasy Football Trap 15:34 Gameweek 24 Winner – 97‑Point Team Breakdown and Prize Mug 16:51 Liverpool vs Man City Predictions – Scoreline and Betting Thoughts 18:16 January Transfer Window Review – Man City, Crystal Palace and More 20:18 Will Pep Guardiola Leave Man City? Possible Replacements & Impact 22:48 Tough FPL Gameweek 25 – Risky Fixtures and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 23 of Wildcards sees Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant battling through one of the most painful Fantasy Premier League weeks of the season. The episode opens with honest reflection on a brutal FPL Gameweek 22, including disastrous scores, rank drops and the growing sense that playing safe is no longer working. There’s a frank discussion about Bukayo Saka’s lack of returns, whether the league has worked him out, and why many managers are finally losing patience with a premium-priced asset. Attention turns to Manchester United’s sudden improvement, with strong praise for Michael Carrick following an emphatic derby win. JJ and Penn break down why United looked more organised, more confident and more dangerous, and whether this is simply a new-manager bounce or the start of something more sustainable. The conversation shifts to Tottenham’s struggles, questions over Thomas Frank’s future, and why Xabi Alonso is viewed as the perfect long-term fit for Spurs. There’s also discussion on Crystal Palace’s uncertain direction, player sales, and how ownership decisions may have set the club back years. There's also a wider debate on the declining standard of the Champions League, whether the Premier League’s strength is being exposed on the European stage, and how all of this feeds back into FPL decision-making ahead of the weekend. You Will Hear: - FPL gameweek 22 was the worst so far? - Bukayo Saka FPL frustration and predictability - Man United’s tactical improvement - Carrick’s impact and leadership - Spurs underperformance and manager pressure - Xabi Alonso as a future Spurs candidate - Crystal Palace player sales and instability - Champions League format criticism - Premier League vs Europe quality debate Key Moments: 0:00 – Fantasy Premier League: Toughest Week Ever 03:20 – FPL Flops: High-Value Players Who Didn’t Deliver 06:23 – Arsenal, Saka & The Art of Predicting FPL Returns 07:55 – Man United vs Arsenal: Tactics, Lineups & Predictions 11:19 – Who to Drop & Who to Add in FPL This Week 13:15 – Bournemouth vs Liverpool: Possible Goal Fest Discussion 14:30 – Haaland Captaincy Debate: Hold or Fold? 16:19 – Rodri Investigation: Sports Betting & Football Integrity 18:21 – Wildcards League Top Performer & Weekly Recap 20:44 – Premier League Manager Carousel & Team Dynamics 25:59 – Champions League vs Premier League: Is the Quality Declining? 30:06 – Man United New Manager Bounce: Carrick’s Immediate Impact 33:53 – Liverpool’s Interests & Transfer Rumors (Van De Ven) 34:46 – Episode Wrap-Up: Final Thoughts & Farewell Follow Wildcards on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildcardspod/ and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant using https://tinyurl.com/wildcardsfpl and the league code: ju9q3b Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 22, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant react to a pivotal week in the title race, starting with Arsenal vs Liverpool, tactical decisions at the Emirates, and what the result means for both clubs going forward. The lads debate whether Arsenal have done enough to seize control of the league, why Liverpool look short on confidence, and how thin the margins now are at the top. Follow ⁠@wildcardspod⁠ on Instagram and you can even join our official ⁠Wildcards Pod FPL league⁠ to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant The conversation moves into Fantasy Premier League decision-making, where both hosts open up about rank swings, minus hits, wildcard regret and the growing boredom around captaining Haaland every week. There’s a deep dive into whether premium assets like Saka and Cole Palmer are still worth the money, or whether spreading funds across multiple mid-priced players is now the smarter FPL strategy. Attention then turns to Manchester City’s transfer business, with strong opinions on whether Semenyo could be the signing of the season and how his arrival could shift the balance of the title race. The discussion highlights why City look more dangerous in attack and how that impacts both Arsenal and Liverpool in the run-in. The episode also tackles managerial instability across the Premier League, including talk around Xabi Alonso’s future, Liverpool’s long-term planning, and whether Manchester United’s interim manager cycle is another sign of a deeper structural problem at the club. You Will Hear: Arsenal vs Liverpool tactical breakdown Are Arsenal still favourites to win the league? FPL Rank swings and minus-point strategies Captaincy fatigue and Haaland risk Are Saka and Palmer still worth the price in FPL? Semenyo is the signing of the season? Is Conor Gallagher good or bad for Spurs? Can Carrick fix Man United? Xabi Alonso to replace Slot next season? Key Moments: 0:00 Happy Birthday Penn! 02:51 FPL Gameweek 21 review and rank changes 04:40 Arsenal vs Liverpool tactical discussion 06:02 Saka FPL value and price debate 07:19 Cole Palmer fitness concerns 10:00 Striker combinations and team structure 12:30 Captaincy dilemma and Haaland debate 13:56 Playing with four Man City players 15:21 Transfer plans and budget redistribution 17:47 Gameweek fixture analysis 19:07 Captaincy decision for the week ahead 21:12 Conor Gallagher to Spurs breakdown 26:14 Semenyo as potential signing of the season 33:31 Xabi Alonso and Liverpool speculation 33:48 Manchester United interim manager debate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant react to another turbulent week of Fantasy Premier League frustration, managerial sackings, and growing pressure at some of the league’s biggest clubs. The episode opens with raw honesty around FPL form, rank anxiety and wildcard regret. From transfer hits and captaincy fear to the frustration of chasing template picks, this episode captures the psychological side of FPL better than most. The conversation then shifts to the Premier League’s growing managerial crisis. With Maresca dismissed, Amorim under scrutiny, and rumours swirling around Ole Gunnar Solskjær returning to Man Utd, the lads question whether modern managers are given any real time to succeed. There’s also praise where it’s due, with Keith Andrews at Brentford getting credit for steady leadership amid key player departures. Transfer talk heats up with discussion around Antoine Semenyo’s move to Manchester City, what he adds to Pep Guardiola’s evolving side, and whether Marc Guéhi should be choosing City, Liverpool, or even Real Madrid. The debate exposes how player ambition, manager longevity and club direction now matter more than ever. The episode closes with a brutally honest assessment of Liverpool under Arne Slot, questioning whether his style fits the club’s DNA, why intensity has dropped, and whether his job is already hanging by a thread ahead of a huge clash at the Emirates. You Will Hear: Should Amorim have been sacked earlier? Maresca truthfully wanted to be sacked? Arne Slot doesn’t know his squad? Marc Guéhi future options and big-club decisions Antoine Semenyo to Manchester City transfer analysis Keith Andrews praise as Brentford are 5th in the league! Early wildcard strategy debate Key Moments: 0:00 FPL pain, rank anxiety and wildcard regret 02:30 Is FPL mostly luck or decision-making 05:35 Early wildcard debate and season planning 09:20 Top transferred players in and out 11:45 Captaincy boredom and Haaland fatigue 14:50 When to take risks in FPL 17:20 Manager sackings and modern football pressure 20:10 Maresca dismissal reaction 22:45 Amorim and short managerial lifespans 25:00 Ole Gunnar Solskjær return rumours 28:30 Semenyo to Man City analysis 31:15 Marc Guéhi transfer options debate 36:10 Praising Keith Andrews at Brentford 41:30 Liverpool problems under Arne Slot 45:00 Does Slot survive the season Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s the Wildcards Christmas Special - and chaos is firmly on the menu. In Episode 20, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant wrap up the festive period with a classic mix of FPL frustration, Premier League debate, and behind-the-scenes football stories you will not hear anywhere else. Follow https://www.instagram.com/wildcardspod/ on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant via https://fantasy.premierleague.com/leagues/auto-join/ju9q3b using the league code: ju9q3b The lads break down another unpredictable FPL gameweek, including brutal bench boost pain, missed hauls, festive transfers, and the players everyone is rage-selling over Christmas. From Morgan Rogers rescuing teams once again to Dominic Calvert-Lewin punishing managers from the bench, this episode captures the reality of managing FPL during the festive fixture pile-up. There’s also a proper debate around the lack of Boxing Day football this season, with both hosts sharing what Christmas was really like as Premier League players - from training on Christmas Day and being stuck in hotels, to missing New Year’s Eve celebrations and dealing with frozen pitches. The highlight comes with one of the most outrageous stories ever told on Wildcards, as Pennant reveals how a New Year’s Eve fancy-dress decision landed him in the national newspapers - and almost got him cancelled before a match. You Will Hear: Morgan Rogers saves JJ’s team yet again! Penn’s Calvert-Lewin bench punishment Why Boxing Day football matters to fans Christmas Day routine as a football player New Year’s Day fixtures ruin every New Year’s Eve Dressing room culture in the Christmas period Penn gets banned from playing a New Year’s Day game Key Moments: 0:00 Christmas Special intro and festive FPL scores 01:30 Morgan Rogers saves another gameweek 04:50 Bench boost pain and missed hauls 07:10 Wildcards league winner announcement 08:20 Most transferred players over Christmas 10:40 AFCON impact on FPL squads 12:00 Life as a footballer at Christmas 14:10 Training on Christmas Day stories 15:25 Frozen pitch and cancelled New Year’s Day match 16:45 New Year’s Eve fancy-dress story that hit the papers 18:30 Boxing Day football debate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant dive into the growing narrative around Arsenal potentially bottling the title, Manchester City quietly closing the gap, and Spurs massively underperforming despite expectations of progress. With big clubs wobbling and momentum shifting, the title race is starting to feel very real. Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Alongside the wider Premier League debate, the lads unpack another chaotic Fantasy Premier League gameweek, covering captaincy failures, differential risks, VAR frustration, and the controversial decision to hand managers five free transfers ahead of AFCON. From Saka’s massive haul and Haaland captain dilemmas to Brentford attackers and Man United midfield punts, there’s no hiding from the hard truths of FPL management. The episode also revisits the Newcastle vs Sunderland derby, analysing why Sunderland continue to exceed expectations and why Newcastle look increasingly short of firepower, while Spurs’ struggles raise serious questions about squad quality, leadership and direction. If you want real Premier League conversation, FPL insight without fluff, and strong opinions from people who have lived the game, this episode delivers. You Will Hear: Fantasy Premier League Gameweek review Spurs massively underperforming and structural issues Sunderland’s mentality and Premier League resurgence Five free transfers decision and AFCON impact Arsenal title pressure and fears of a late-season collapse Captaincy gambles with Haaland, Saka and Brentford attackers VAR controversies and FPL scoring frustration Key Moments: 0:00 FPL Gameweek points review 01:45 FPL frustration and rank pressure 04:30 Chelsea, Spurs and defensive issues 06:10 Captaincy gamble breakdown 09:35 Saka haul and FPL scoring controversy 11:20 Five free transfers and AFCON debate 14:00 League winner announcement and FPL league update 17:30 Newcastle vs Sunderland derby reaction 19:45 Sunderland praise and Newcastle criticism 27:00 Spurs underperformance discussion 36:45 Arsenal title pressure and Man City momentum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant dive into one of the biggest talking points in Premier League football right now - Mohamed Salah’s treatment at Liverpool. Pennant gives rare dressing-room insight into player management, respect, and communication, questioning whether Salah’s time at Anfield is coming to an end under Arne Slot. Follow https://www.instagram.com/wildcardspod/ on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Elsewhere, there’s strong opinion on Wolves’ relegation fears, Newcastle vs Sunderland derby tension, Man United FPL assets, and captaincy dilemmas involving Saka, Haaland, Brentford attackers and Arsenal midfielders. There’s also discussion on bench boost luck, massive FPL rank swings, and the surprise five free transfers, to heated debates around Phil Foden’s form, Arsenal’s title credentials, and Manchester United’s false dawn, the lads cover everything FPL managers need to know heading into the next gameweek. You Will Hear: - Fantasy Premier League Gameweek review and rank swings - Bench Boost luck and FPL punishment stories - Why FPL managers suddenly have five free transfers - Phil Foden FPL value and England selection debate - Arsenal FPL assets, injuries and title pressure - Saka vs captaincy rotation risk discussion - Mohamed Salah benching controversy at Liverpool - Dressing room leadership and respect under new managers - Could Salah leave Liverpool in January or summer - Manchester United FPL picks you can actually trust - Wolves relegation fears and fixture targeting - Newcastle vs Sunderland derby memories and predictions - Brentford and Aston Villa FPL differential options Key Moments: 0:00 FPL Gameweek points review and bench boost chaos 03:10 Phil Foden transfer debate and Man City form 07:40 Arsenal midfield reshuffle and FPL impact 11:00 Five free transfers explained and strategy implications 16:40 Most transferred in and out FPL players 27:30 Newcastle vs Sunderland derby memories 31:20 Mohamed Salah benching and Liverpool fallout 36:45 Is Salah finished at Liverpool under Slot 39:00 Manchester United FPL assets breakdown 40:45 Arsenal title pressure and mentality debate 48:30 FPL captaincy debate Saka vs Haaland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A midweek Gameweek 14 delivered pain, chaos and pure confusion for FPL fans - and Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant are here to break down every meltdown, every mistake, and every moment Liverpool fans may want to pretend didn’t happen. Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant From Liverpool looking unrecognisable at Anfield, to the Haaland Triple Captain disaster, to both lads questioning all their FPL decisions this season. They unpack the growing crisis at Liverpool under Arne Slot, debate whether Salah should still be considered essential, break down why Arsenal and City assets are becoming minefields, and look at the strikers, midfielders and defenders worth targeting before the festive fixture congestion. Plus: We bring you Guess The Badge Quiz, and it’s total carnage. If you want GW14 transfer advice, captain picks, differential ideas, chip strategy and a brutally honest Premier League breakdown - this is your episode. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The best FPL transfers for Gameweek 14 Should you still Triple Captain Haaland this season? Why logical FPL moves keep failing in 2025 Which cheap strikers unlock your midfield Why Liverpool’s system under Slot is collapsing Is Mo Salah still worth owning in your FPL squad? Which Arsenal players are now rotation risks Why Leeds, Everton and Burnley assets deserve more attention The FPL assets you MUST sell before GW14 Why JJ is saving money for Cole Palmer’s return The defenders and mids you can no longer trust Who’s rising fastest in ownership - and who’s being ditched Why Man City vs Sunderland could define your season The lads’ biggest mistakes of the week (again) Which teams to avoid completely between GW14–19  Key Moments:  0:00 – JJ’s 83-Point Comeback 00:30 – Welcome to Wildcards Gameweek 15 01:20 – Pennant’s Nightmare Week Continues 02:40 – The Haaland Triple Captain Fail 04:00 – Rotation Hell: James, VDV, João Pedro 05:20 – Logical Moves That Keep Going Wrong 06:40 – Arsenal Rotation Risks Explained 08:10 – Should You Sell All Liverpool Assets? 09:40 – Slot’s Tactical Problems & Pressing Issues 11:20 – The Salah Debate: Time To Move On? 12:40 – Why JJ Is Planning a Cheap Striker Structure 14:00 – Best GW14 Transfer Targets 15:20 – Why Neto, Anderson & Bonds Stay 16:45 – Should You Triple Captain in GW14? 18:00 – Man City vs Sunderland: TC Discussion 19:30 – GW14 Differential Picks 20:40 – Biggest Transfers In & Out This Week 22:10 – Watkins, Mateta, Tiago: Who To Buy? 23:45 – Wildcards League Update + Mug Winner 25:10 – The Badge Quiz Returns (Chaos!) 27:00 – Liverpool Full Tactical Breakdown 31:00 – Van Dijk, Gakpo, Slot — What’s Happening? 34:30 – Could Steven Gerrard Take Over? 37:20 – Premier League Roundup: Arsenal, Chelsea, City 39:50 – Man United "You Just Don’t Know" Segment 42:00 – Final GW14 Thoughts and a lookahead to Gameweek 15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another big week of FPL; from captaincy disasters and budget strikers blanking, to Arsenal’s ridiculous form and Liverpool’s collapse, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant go deep on the key talking points shaping FPL Gameweek 13 strategy for managers across the country. JJ debates activating the Triple Captain on Haaland, Penn rants about Mateta ruining his week, and both get brutally honest about what’s gone wrong with their FPL teams this season. This episode is packed with high-value FPL insights, including who to buy, who to sell, which teams you should avoid completely, and why Arsenal assets might be essential going into GW13 and beyond. Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Best FPL transfers for Gameweek 13 Whether you should Triple Captain Erling Haaland The smartest budget striker picks (and which ones to avoid) Why Arsenal FPL assets are dominating GW13 Which Liverpool players are now a liability Key Premier League injury news affecting FPL teams Who’s rising fast in ownership and who’s being heavily sold Why Brentford, Forest and Everton players could be GW13 differentials Biggest FPL mistakes the lads made this weekWhich teams to avoid when planning ahead for Gameweek 14–19 Key Moments: 0:00 – The Sunderland Shirt Forfeit Threat 01:05 – Jermaine Jenas’ Nightmare Week and Slot Questions 02:10 – Jermaine Pennant’s Risky Picks Backfire Again 03:55 – Rotation Hell After International Break 04:40 – Chelsea Assets: Never Again 05:30 – The Season-Long Forfeit Twist 06:45 – Ezri Konsa? No. It’s All About Eze 07:40 – Arsenal FPL Assets: Essential for GW13 09:20 – Liverpool’s Collapse and Why Their Players Are Untouchable 10:30 – Spurs Defensive Implosion and January Window Predictions 12:10 – Why Spurs Must Sign Semenyo 13:45 – Most Transferred-In GW13 Picks 14:20 – Pedro Neto? João Pedro? Time To Sell 15:40 – Tiago at Brentford: GW13 Differential 17:00 – FPL Striker Crisis: Why 3 Up Top Is a Trap 18:20 – Everton Assets Are Sneaking Points 19:40 – Should You Triple Captain Haaland in GW13? 21:10 – Leeds vs City: Best Fixture for TC? 22:30 – JJ’s Two Free Transfers Strategy 23:50 – Possible GW13 Transfers: J.Pedro Out, Thiago In 25:10 – Wildcards League Update + Mug Winner 27:20 – Spurs’ Tactical Confusion 28:40 – Liverpool Defensive Breakdown 30:10 – Are Slot’s Tactics Finished? 32:00 – Could Slot Be Sacked? 34:45 – Is Salah Still Worth Owning? 37:10 – Centre-back Crisis and Missed Transfers 40:00 – West Ham Preview and What Happens If Liverpool Lose 41:50 – Arsenal Are Winning the League (Apparently) 43:00 – Chelsea, City, Liverpool Falling Off 44:20 – Man United’s Lucky Run Continues Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Premier League returns for Gameweek 12 so Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant break down the madness of the international break, the injuries that are about to ruin FPL lineups, and the drama of Scotland, Ireland and England’s latest qualifiers. Then it is straight back into the trenches as FPL managers everywhere face the same painful question. What do we do this week?  Expect FPL warnings, transfer traps, rogue captain picks and the one thing most managers are missing when building their squads. The boys also go deep into Arsenal v Spurs with a full combined eleven, score predictions and a very honest breakdown of why this derby feels different.  What You’ll Hear This Week: • The biggest FPL risks created by the international break • Why certain expensive defenders must be avoided right now • The cheap defenders and midfielders who score regular DEF CON points • Whether Harland is a safe captain against Newcastle • Rogue captain picks for managers who are chasing • Why Doku might not be worth the hype • Players most transferred in and out and what it means for your team • The impact of AFCON on your squad • Full Arsenal v Spurs combined eleven and score predictions • Who actually gets into either bench when you combine both squads The boys discuss:  - Scotland’s unbelievable qualification drama • - McTominay becoming Maradona at Napoli - Man United players shining after leaving the club - Big Arsenal injury worries ahead of the derby - Five at the back vs five in midfield - Why Semenyo and other FPL favourites are risky - The Doku debate - Cheap defenders you must look at - Harland captaincy fear - Rogue captain choices for Gameweek 12 - AFCON squad impact - Full Arsenal v Spurs combined eleven - Predictions for the North London Derby Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments:  0:00 Intro and Scotland qualification chaos 02:40 Why everyone hates England except England 03:30 Ireland late drama and Home Nations chat 03:50 Hominy turns into Maradona at Napoli 04:30 Man United players thriving elsewhere 04:42 Premier League is back and FPL stress returns 05:18 The Harry Kane debate returns 06:40 Props, banter and giving Kane his flowers 06:44 Arsenal injury blows and FPL fallout 07:29 Formation changes and two up top 08:15 Top transfers in and out this week 09:53 The Doku hype and reality check 10:47 Jenas’ defensive concerns and midfield headaches 11:23 Considering Mateta and forward line dilemmas 12:49 Pennant’s transfers and Burnley fear 13:50 Liverpool pain and avoiding their defence 14:01 Ekiteke debate and FPL rivalry 15:00 Chips remaining and triple captain thinking 16:22 Risk takers, captains and players to avoid 18:50 Rogue captain picks for Gameweek 12 19:20 Should you captain Harland at Newcastle? 20:15 Is Mbwemo away at Everton a risk 21:03 Why lesser team defenders are gold 22:00 AFCON impact on FPL squads 23:26 How Liverpool might change shape during AFCON 25:11 DEF CON obsession and midfield strategy 27:00 North London Derby build up 28:21 Score predictions 30:12 Arsenal Spur Combined starting XI breakdown 37:10 Building the bench and comparing squads 38:50 Spurs depth concerns 40:56 Why spurs have struggled at the Emirates 42:10 What Thomas Frank needs to do 43:25 Derby intensity stories from their playing days 44:04 Final thoughts and forfeit warnings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FPL is upside-down, defenders keep outscoring attackers, and Jermaine Jenas is officially in the mud. In this week’s Wildcards, JJ and JP break down why this season’s Fantasy Premier League feels completely broken, why defensive picks are dominating every gameweek, and how the new DEFCON rules are turning the game into a nightmare for attacking managers. From missed chances and rogue captain picks to AFCON shake-ups and formation changes, the lads review their gameweeks, compare scores, and decide whether it’s time to ditch strikers altogether. They also dig into Premier League fixtures, Liverpool’s slump, Arne Slot’s tactical headaches, and the debate around whether losing Salah might actually help Liverpool reset. Then it’s the big one… England’s number 10. Palmer, Bellingham, Foden - who actually fits? JJ reacts to the media’s twist on Thomas Tuchel’s comments and the pair give their honest starting XI for the 2026 World Cup. And of course, there’s the weekly chaos: VAR inconsistencies, referee bias accusations, Doku turning into Messi for one week only, United’s looming AFCON crisis, rogue FPL transfers, and the best (and strangest) player superstitions JJ and JP have ever seen. This episode is packed with Premier League talk, fantasy insights, and pure Wildcards banter from start to finish. What You’ll Hear in This Week’s Episode: Why FPL defenders are dominating the points this season Whether attacking players are worth it anymore under DEFCON scoring The formations you should be considering for upcoming gameweeks AFCON’s impact on Liverpool, Man United and the FPL landscape Who should be England’s number 10 at the World Cup VAR controversies, referee trends and the scary Michael Oliver stat Premier League fixture analysis and FPL implications How elite players actually handle superstition and match-day rituals Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments:  0:00 – Weekly scores and mini-league standing drama 05:20 – Why defenders are smashing FPL this season 07:00 – Ditching strikers? New formations that actually work 09:30 – Jar Pedro pain and rogue captain picks 10:40 – Top performers, transfers in and transfers out 14:50 – Premier League fixture rundown and FPL traps 21:20 – Producer Sam goes top of the Wildcards league 22:00 – Liverpool get hammered: what's going wrong? 23:30 – VAR meltdowns, referee bias and Michael Oliver’s stats 27:20 – How Liverpool should play without Salah during AFCON 29:00 – United’s AFCON crisis: Diallo, Amdouni, Boey analysis 31:40 – Could Conor Gallagher replace Mainoo? 32:40 – The England number 10 debate 35:00 – Palmer vs Bellingham vs Foden: who fits best? 37:00 – Why England friendlies are dead 38:00 – Player superstitions: Beckham, JT, Berbatov and more 41:30 – Spurs, managers and madness behind the scenes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, JJ’s losing patience with fantasy football logic while JP’s fuming at DEFCON points stealing the spotlight from actual goals. The lads debate whether “too much football knowledge” actually hurts your FPL game, argue over the new scoring system, and try to fix their broken midfields ahead of Gameweek 11. They also get into: Why Declan Rice and Moisés Caicedo are secretly FPL gold The real reason Jermaine thinks Sunderland won’t go down (after calling them “poo-poo”) Liverpool’s defensive comeback vs Villa and Madrid Whether Arsenal have already sealed the Premier League Why JJ thinks captaining Haaland this week could be a huge mistake This is the football podcast that turns your FPL group chat into pure entertainment; football insight, and unfiltered takes, this is the Wildcards chaos you live for. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to rethink your FPL midfield strategy under the DEFCON system Which players are quietly racking up points under the radar Why overthinking football knowledge can tank your fantasy season The truth about Liverpool’s tactical shift and Arsenal’s title charge Why “finding a differential” could make or break your FPL ranking Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments: 0:00 – Introduction to Fantasy Football Podcast & Hosts 0:26 – Fantasy Premier League Recap: Wins, Losses, and Reactions 01:25 – Does Too Much Football Knowledge Hurt Fantasy Picks? 04:02 – Fantasy Manager Frustrations: Transfers & Missed Opportunities 05:40 – Midfield Strategy: DEF CON Points & Formation Tactics Explained 08:39 – Debate: Are DEF CON Points Good for Fantasy Football? 10:29 – Fantasy Weekly Scores: League Standings and Performance Review 13:01 – Sunderland’s Season Predictions & Team Assessment 14:20 – Top Fantasy Transfers: Who's In and Out 16:09 – Best Midfielders for Bonus Points and Team Value 17:24 – Fixture Focus: Wolves, Chelsea, and Key Players to Watch 19:02 – Fantasy Captain Tips: Should You Trust Erling Haaland? 23:07 – Listener Shoutouts: Top Scorers and Wildcards League Highlights 26:22 – Champions League Reactions: Liverpool, Madrid, PSG, Bayern 28:52 – Must-Have Players: Defensive Midfielders and Risk Choices 29:15 – Fantasy Football Captain Choices and Players to Avoid 31:08 – League Promotion: How to Join & Weekly Prizes 36:10 – Liverpool’s Revival: Defensive Strategies and Clean Sheets 38:34 – Will Arsenal Win the Premier League? End-of-Season Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robbie Keane to Celtic? Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant are back and as always it’s Fantasy Premier League meets real football banter. In this week’s episode, the lads tear into FPL Gameweek 12 - from captaincy chaos and dodgy transfers to Premier League low blocks, Liverpool’s tactical problems and Arsenal’s reliance on set-pieces. Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant JJ finally beats Pennant in the Wildcards League and doesn’t let him forget it. They debate why £400m still can’t buy attacking football, whether Haaland remains a must-captain, and which differential players could deliver big this weekend - including sleepers from Fulham, Burnley, Bournemouth and Sunderland. The boys dive into proper nostalgia - remembering the Nike Vapors, Adidas F50s, and old-school leather boots - before giving their take on Robbie Keane’s potential move to Celtic and why JJ believes the Irish legend is finally ready for the job. In This Episode: FPL Gameweek 10 captain tips & transfers Liverpool’s low-block problem Arsenal’s set-piece stats explained Robbie Keane Celtic manager rumours Premier League banter & boot nostalgia Key Moments:  0:00 - Managerial Decision-Making & Fantasy Football Woes Kick off with a fiery debate over managerial choices, FPL selection mistakes, and the struggle with team performance. 00:37 - Wild Cards Podcast Intro & Hosts Welcome Introducing hosts Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant for Episode 12, covering all things Fantasy Premier League. 01:20 - Rivalry Recap: Gameweek Results & Banter A lively review of recent FPL results, team performance, and humorous back-and-forth over league standings. 03:10 - Low Block Tactics & Modern Football Trends Analysis of low block defending in the Premier League, Pep Guardiola’s influence, and the tactical evolution of top teams. 05:00 - Big Money Transfers & Expectations Debate over big team spending, transfer windows, and how investment impacts league performance. 08:04 - FPL Points on the Bench & Manager Reflection Discussion on bench points dilemmas and the need for better decision-making in FPL. 10:31 - FPL Gameweek 10: Top Transfers In & Out Complete rundown of the best and most dropped FPL players for Gameweek 10, including differential picks and form players. 12:36 - Squad Struggles & Big Money Decisions Strategic talk on fixing underperforming players (e.g. Viktor Gyokeres, Joao Pedro), team value, and bench improvements. 15:02 - Taking Risks with Budget FPL Players Spotlighting affordable FPL gems from Brighton, Bournemouth, Palace, Sunderland, and Burnley as this year’s big wins. 18:36 - FPL Captain Choices: Playing It Safe or Going Bold? Advice on picking captains, differentials like Van de Ven, and challenging the Haaland safe pick. 20:35 - Fixtures to Target: Upcoming Gameweek Preview Data-driven preview of FPL teams/fixtures to target (Wolves vs. Fulham, West Ham, Brighton, Arsenal, etc.). 25:18 - Value Benches & Team Structure Tips The importance of a strong FPL bench, optimal squad structure, and making room for breakout players. 27:11 - Captain Picks: Haaland or Volta Morden? Open debate about this week’s best captain option, evaluating Haaland, Volta Morden, and fixture difficulty. 29:34 - Iconic Football Boots: Stories from the Pitch A nostalgic dive into Nike Mercurial Vapors, Adidas F50s, and personal pro football boot memories for brand SEO. 38:01 - Celtic Manager Rumours & Robbie Keane Breaking down Brendan Rodgers’ exit, Robbie Keane’s potential appointment, and reactions from ex-teammates. 41:35 - EPL Coaching Journeys & Future Prospects Reflection on coaching experiences, career growth, and inspiring moves across world leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Wildcards – where fantasy football obsession meets Premier League chaos. This week, JJ and Pennant discuss Forest sacking Ange Postecoglou, Salah’s slump, Liverpool’s internal chaos, and the Premier League’s obsession with stats and set pieces.  Plus - what’s really going wrong with Spurs? Is Sean Dyche the answer for Forest? Has football lost its bite?  All that, plus JJ’s theory on the modern game’s decline, Pennant’s Messi “memory-gate,” and a massive shoutout to this week’s Wildcards League winner. Inside the Spurs meltdown and what their next move says about modern football. Salah’s form, Trent’s impact, and whether Liverpool can still challenge for the title. Why JJ thinks football’s gone soft — and what’s missing from the modern game. FPL strategy talk: why mid-table teams like Burnley and Bournemouth might be the real secret weapons. Key Moments: 0:00 - Pennant crowned “Lord of FPL” 03:30 - Wildcards League fantasy football update 06:50 - Are Burnley and Bournemouth the new FPL goldmines? 09:00 - Salah, Trent & Liverpool’s right-side problem 12:00 - Pennant caught lying (again) about his team 15:00 - JJ’s theory: Salah’s greed & confidence crisis 20:00 - Forest sack Ange – JJ’s take on the madness 26:00 - Has football gone backwards? Set pieces, long throws & boring tactics 31:00 - JJ vs Pennant on the Premier League’s “soft era” 34:00 - Pennant’s Messi story resurfaces (again!) 35:40 - Deep dive: What’s really going on at Liverpool 38:00 - Spurs analysis: are they back… or just spursy? 44:00 - United’s comeback & FPL fixtures to watch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FPL is back this week and Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant are hyped for it! On this podcast, Pennant relives his emotional return to the pitch for Liverpool Legends vs Chelsea Legends, complete with Diego Costa beef, VAR drama, and nostalgic flashbacks from his playing days. This week’s pod is brought to you by our friends at Match Bingo to join us, sign up and use our promo code WILDCARDS to get a 200% deposit bonus, so with a £5 deposit you get another £10 to play with!  Clicking the link is the best way for you to support the show https://matchbingo.onelink.me/VMlY/wildthings 18+ only, please gamble responsibly. The lads dive head-first into Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 9 - transfers, team dilemmas, and the psychology of chasing points. There’s FPL beef, tactical overthinking, brutal honesty and a few dodgy transfer confessions. You will also hear Jenas and Pennant react Jack Wilshere’s new management job, what makes a great modern manager, and why some players need freedom - not curfews. JJ shares old-school tales from the Bobby Robson and Rafa Benitez eras, while Pennant imagines his own “party pass” policy for players who perform. Plus we share about how JJ has landed on the radar of HMRC Podcast Guy! Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments: 0:00 – Jermaine Pennant returns to action at Stamford Bridge 03:40 – Baba’s infamous training tackle flashback 06:00 – Playing on modern “carpet” pitches vs old-school mud 07:45 – Which legends could still play in the Premier League 09:50 – What players miss most after retiring 12:20 – Premier League & FPL back after the international break 14:50 – JJ vs JP FPL rivalry heats up 17:00 – Richarlison, Salah & Foden – time to sell? 20:00 – Best budget defenders and wildcard tips 24:20 – Match Bingo segment: Liverpool vs Man United preview 31:30 – Jack Wilshere’s new management chapter 36:00 – What kind of manager would Jenas or Pennant be? 39:40 – Would you let players party after a win? 41:45 – HMRC Podcast Guy puts Pennant on the radar 45:00 – Wildcards League update + fan shoutouts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 9 of Wildcards, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant are back - and this week, the tables have turned. Pennant takes control of the hot seat after another fantasy football forfeit, and chaos unfolds as the boys dissect FPL fails, wild substitutions, and the latest Premier League talking points. This week’s pod is brought to you by our friends at Match Bingo to join us, sign up and use our promo code WILDCARDS to get a 200% deposit bonus, so with a £5 deposit you get another £10 to play with!  Clicking the link is the best way for you to support the show https://matchbingo.onelink.me/VMlY/wildthings 18+ only, please gamble responsibly. The boys chat about if Pep’s Man City are showing signs of fatigue, whether Liverpool’s last-minute luck has finally run out, if Salah’s still the main man, and which England XI should start the next World Cup. Expect big takes on Arsenal’s set-piece dominance, Virgil van Dijk’s “twerking” defending, why Ange Postecoglou’s job at Forest is already on the line, and some fantasy football strategy for game week nine. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why Jermaine Jenas’ FPL bench decisions are haunting him Pep’s biggest tactical problem at Manchester City How Liverpool’s defensive issues could cost them Why Arsenal’s set-piece strategy is winning them games The brutal truth about Ange Postecoglou’s Forest tenure Jenas and Pennant’s ideal England World Cup starting XI Key Moments: 0:00 – Jenas gets demoted to the “hot seat” 02:30 – Fantasy football bench woes and bad luck 06:30 – Gameweek winner shoutout: Ezra Hoodie, age 10 09:00 – Arsenal’s form and transfer plans 13:40 – Man City’s overreliance on Haaland 16:10 – Arsenal’s set-piece revolution and Tony Pulis nostalgia 19:00 – Liverpool’s late-goal habit and Salah’s decline 26:00 – Replacing Salah: the top candidates 27:40 – Ange Postecoglou’s struggles at Forest 30:30 – The fixtures that could decide his fate 33:40 – England’s best XI debate for the World Cup 41:20 – FPL Comebacks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Episode 8 of Wildcards – where ex-Premier League stars Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant bring unfiltered football banter, insider stories and fantasy football (FPL) tactics every week. This week kicks off with a brutal forfeit game before diving deep into the biggest dilemmas in FPL Gameweek 7. From whether to keep or ditch Richarlison, to the rise of defenders like Guehi, and the eternal captaincy debate around Haaland. This week’s pod is brought to you by our friends at Match Bingo to join us, sign up and use our promo code WILDCARDS to get a 200% deposit bonus, so with a £5 deposit you get another £10 to play with!  Clicking the link is the best way for you to support the show https://matchbingo.onelink.me/VMlY/wildthings 18+ only, please gamble responsibly. The conversation heats up with a Premier League debate around Arsenal’s title challenge: is Viktor Gyökeres really the missing piece, or will Isak prove the smarter pick? Plus, why Liverpool’s £140m Florian Wirtz experiment is dividing opinion, and what Manchester United’s stubborn tactics under Ten Hag mean for their season. Away from FPL, the boys relive the Ryder Cup drama, share the truth about captains like Gerrard, Vieira and Shearer, and reveal the funniest dressing room stories from their playing days. Expect banter, arguments, football insider knowledge and tactical tips you won’t get on TV. This week, you will hear: FPL Gameweek 7 dilemmas: Watkins, Richarlison, Isak and Guehi Arsenal’s mentality and whether Gyökeres is the striker they needed Liverpool’s slow-burn £140m gamble on Florian Wirtz Manchester United’s tactical chaos under Erik ten Hag Who were the best captains JJ & JP ever played under? Ryder Cup chaos: when golf felt like a football stadium Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments: 0:00 – Forfeit challenge: no “yes” or “no” rule 01:12 – Fantasy Premier League chaos: Richarlison flop & captaincy regrets 03:19 – Why defenders are game-changers in FPL this season 07:11 – Isak vs Gyökeres: who’s the better Arsenal striker option? 11:07 – Can Arsenal win the Premier League with Gyökeres? 13:13 – Isak vs Gyökeres goal debate: who scores more in 2025? 16:58 – Wildcards FPL team reveals: Watkins, Haaland, Pedro, Guehi 18:52 – Triple Captain Haaland disaster: JJ overslept deadline 21:12 – Brentford gamble: was Mbeumo the right pick? 22:23 – Manchester United crisis: Ten Hag tactics under fire 24:22 – Why United’s stubborn manager risks losing the dressing room 26:45 – FPL Gameweek 6 winner revealed: Neil Joyce’s 94-point haul 28:16 – Striker swaps: why Igor over Richarlison could be the bargain move 30:05 – Match Bingo game of the week 31:53 – Liverpool’s struggles: Palace loss, Galatasaray defeat & Wirtz debate 35:13 – Why Florian Wirtz isn’t clicking at Liverpool (yet) 38:57 – Arsenal vs Liverpool transfer energy: double standards called out 42:52 – Ryder Cup 2025: US fans accused of crossing the line 45:13 – Should golf embrace a football-style atmosphere? 47:56 – Who were the best captains JJ & JP ever played with? (Gerrard, Vieira, Shearer, Keane) 51:08 – Funniest Premier League dressing room stories revealed 55:20 – Clutch players debate: Gerrard vs Gareth Bale 56:37 – Best footballer-golfer: Pennant admits JJ takes the crown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Gameweek 6, where Jenas is spiralling down the FPL table and Pennant is loving every second of it. After another brutal forfeit, JJ admits he’s mid-table mediocrity while “Sir” Pennant sits smug at the top of the Wildcards League. This week’s pod is brought to you by our friends at Match Bingo to join us, sign up and use our promo code WILDCARDS to get a 200% deposit bonus, so with a £5 deposit you get another £10 to play with!  Clicking the link is the best way for you to support the show https://matchbingo.onelink.me/VMlY/wildthings 18+ only, please gamble responsibly.  This week, the lads break down Gameweek 5 disasters, wildcard strategy ahead of the international break, and why trusting Ollie Watkins was a mistake. Plus: Cole Palmer captaincy madness, Spurs’ fixture run, bargain midfielders, and why Haaland is about to get the triple-captain armband. Away from FPL, the boys get stuck into: Ballon d’Or controversy – was Dembélé the right winner? Harry Kane finishing 13th – disrespectful or fair? The managers who got the very best out of them (and the ones who didn’t). Jermaine Pennant reveals he could have gone to Real Madrid before Ramos blocked the deal. Arsenal’s “don’t lose” mentality under Arteta vs what City do differently. Which Premier League managers are already under pressure. And there are this week’s shoutouts, league updates, and Match Bingo pick – Newcastle v Arsenal. Follow @wildcardspod on Instagram and you can even join our official Wildcards Pod FPL league to see if you have what it takes to beat Jenas and Pennant Key Moments:  0:00 – JJ’s Forfeit & FPL League Standings 2:30 – JJ’s Gameweek 5 Disaster & Bench Points Pain 5:00 – Mid-Table Manager Banter & Board Pressure Talk 6:20 – Shoutouts: Final Boss Tops Wildcards League 7:50 – Wildcard Decision: JJ Rips Up His Team 9:40 – Haaland Triple Captain & Cole Palmer Gamble 12:00 – Spurs Fixture Run & Bargain Midfield Picks 15:00 – Leeds Players & Bargain Bucket Strategy 16:30 – Can We Trust Pep’s Man City Rotation? 18:20 – Ballon d’Or 2025 Debate: Dembélé, Mbappé, Salah 20:30 – Harry Kane’s “Disrespectful” 13th Place Finish 23:00 – Pennant Reveals Real Madrid Transfer Story 27:00 – Managers Who Got the Best Out of JJ & Pennant 33:00 – Player Management Styles & Modern Tactics Debate 36:00 – Rory Delap’s Legendary Long Throws Explained 39:00 – Arsenal Mentality Under Arteta vs Man City 41:40 – Premier League Managers Already Under Pressure 45:30 – Dressing Room Vibes When Managers Are Close to Sacking 47:10 – Listener Shoutouts & Wildcards League Update Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices