From The Bee Hole End - The Burnley Podcast

The Clarets didn't impress against Villa until a late goal gave a glimmer of hope that ultimately came to nothing. Is it time to end the five at the back experiment? Is it time for Foster to be dropped?

Burnley have had the toughest start of the three promoted teams but after five games and with four points, the Clarets head into games with Aston Villa, Leeds United and Wolves and in real need of points. The season starts here for Scott Parker's side and we take a look at what the chances are of the Clarets overcoming the odds and surviving in the top flight.

Despite some positives in the first half it was the same old story as Burnley fell to a 5-1 defeat to Pep Guardiola's team at the Etihad on Saturday. Rapid Reaction from podcast crew.

The Clarets travel to the Etihad to take on Pep Guardiola's Manchester City. Will Scott Parker's 'back five' led by Maxime Esteve be able to thwart Erling Haaland and Company? Or is the recent record of hammerings from City set to continue? Simon Evans is joined by Darren Bentley and Julian Jordan while MEN's Tyrone Marshall, provides insight into City's season so far.

League One Cardiff City knocked a second string Clarets out of the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night at Turf Moor. Daz and Justin join Simon to run over a poor display from Scott Parker's must changed side.

Chris Boden and Simon Evans join Andrew Greaves to review Burnley's 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest and focus on the performances of two experienced new faces at the club Kyle Walker and Martin Dubravka.

What to make of Burnley's 1-1 draw at home to Nottingham Forest? A point gained or two points lost. Daz, Woody and Simon discuss an encouraging performance from the Clarets. This is the rapid reaction - the quick analysis recorded right after Saturday's game. The usual debrief will be out for Monday morning as always.

This Burnley team is nothing like the 'easy to beat' version under Vincent Kompany two years ago but can they find a way to beat Ange Postecoglu's Nottingham Forest. "Lyle Foster will be licking his lips" at Big Ange's tactics say the Pod Squad as Greavesy, Justin and Bodes look ahead to Saturday's big game at Turf Moor. Chapters 00:00 Reflecting on the Liverpool Match 02:44 Looking Ahead to Nottingham Forest 05:37 Defensive Masterclass: A New Era for Burnley 08:19 Scott Parker's Pragmatism and Team Dynamics 11:06 Analyzing Nottingham Forest's Current Form 13:40 The Role of Fans and Atmosphere at Turf Moor 16:31 The Importance of Team Presentation and Culture 19:05 Community and Local Pubs: A Burnley Tradition

Burnley frustrated Liverpool for over 90 minutes until the almost inevitable stoppage time penalty gifted the visitors a barely deserved victory. Instant, short reaction pof from the Bee Hole End pod crew. Full Debrief will be out on Tuesday.

Champions Liverpool head to Turf Moor to face promoted Burnley but can Scott Parker's side pull off an upset? Greavesy, Woody and Bodes discuss the Clarets' chances as they return from the international break.

With the window closed and the Clarets on International break, the podcast takes a look at the post-deadline day fall-out. Has James Trafford been screwed by Pep Guardiola? Was Josh Brownhill right to take the Saudi millions? Should Burnley sign free-agent Christian Eriksen and what next for Mike Tresor and Hannes Delcroix?    

Lisbon-based football journalist Tom Kundert comes on a special Deadline Day episode to discuss what Clarets fans can expect from new (record?) signing Florentino Luis. Then Greavesy, Simon and Bodes discuss whether the overall summer recruitment be considered a success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Burnley's Transfer Activity 02:35 Analyzing Florentino Luis: The New Signing 05:16 Florentino's Professionalism and Impact 08:22 Comparing Previous Players: Amdouni and Edwards 11:07 Burnley's Recruitment Strategy: A Mixed Bag 13:45 Strengthening the Midfield: Key Signings 16:27 Defensive Concerns: The Need for Solidarity 19:04 The Evolution of Burnley's Recruitment Philosophy 22:01 Outgoings and Future Prospects 24:42 Final Thoughts on the Transfer Window

The podcast is back with a quick review of the performances against United (and inevitably a bit of VAR talk) before turning attention to Monday's deadline deals. Florentino Luis looks set to sign from Benfica and where else do the pod squad hope to see the squad strengthened? 

The Clarets head to Old Trafford with Manchester United still reeling from their Carabao Cup exit at the hands of League Two Grimsby, can Scott Parker's side inflict the latest humiliation on Ruben Amorim's side? Simon Evans is joined by Paul Woodhouse, Chris Boden and Darren Bentley as the lads look ahead to a fascinating encounter.   Chapters 00:00 Previewing Manchester United vs Burnley 02:42 Analyzing Manchester United's Current Crisis 05:32 Burnley's Strategy Against a Struggling United 08:26 The Importance of Player Confidence 11:23 Transfer Window Dynamics and Squad Management 13:57 Potential Signings and Future Prospects 20:04 Transfer Market Dynamics 22:51 Evaluating Player Performance and Recruitment 26:09 Strengthening the Squad: Current Status 28:53 Tactical Approaches for Upcoming Matches 34:06 Looking Ahead: Anticipation for the Big Game

Josh Cullen scored one and created another as the Clarets enjoyed their first victory of the campaign in their Premier League debut at Turf Moor with a 2-0 win over Sunderland. It was "an absolute captain's performance" according to the pod squad who had plenty of praise to spread around the team after a strong second half display. Are we seeing a more tactically flexible Scott Parker? Is the team physically stronger this season? And is relegation perhaps not as much of a foregone conclusion as the pundits predicted? There are also fan-view segments, a bit of chat about the 'game day experience' and a short look-ahead to Tuesday's Carabao Cup tie against Derby County. Chapters 00:00 Burnley's Premier League Victory Over Sunderland 02:43 Analyzing Individual Performances and Tactical Changes 05:32 Scott Parker's Management and Game Strategy 08:13 Team Dynamics and Player Development 11:16 VAR Controversies and Refereeing Decisions 13:53 Fan Reactions and Atmosphere at Turf Moor 14:35 Impressions of New Stadium Changes 17:01 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Matches and Player Fitness  

The Clarets face Sunderland in their Turf Moor season debut on Saturday and Simon Evans is joined by Chris Boden and Paul Woodhouse to discuss that 'must win' fixture. We also discuss the fall-out from the latest plans to 'change the game day experience' at Turf Moor and hear from Burnley Cricket Club about how, despite rumours to the contrary, you can still wander on the cricket for a pint before the game. Oh and Koleosho has gone to Alan Pace's Espanyol on loan. Chapters 00:00 Sunderland Showdown: A Must-Win Game 02:46 Team Dynamics: Burnley's New Look 05:33 Tactical Considerations: Formation and Strategy 08:23 Player Fitness: Breuer and Foster's Roles 11:10 Fan Experience: Changes at Turf Moor 13:45 Community Impact: Burnley Cricket Club and Local Pubs 16:42 Transfer Talk: Colleascio's Loan to Espanyol

Despite a 3-0 scoreline the pod squad see some positives in Burnley's opening Premier League game of the season at Tottenham. Andrew Greaves is joined by Darren Bentley and Chris Boden and we also have some fan-views throughout the show. There's also a discussion of the over-sized squad at Gawthorpe and the need to trim it down to size - as well as still bring in a few more players before the window 'slams shut'.   Chapters 00:00 Opening Remarks and Match Overview 02:39 Analyzing Burnley's Performance Against Spurs 05:41 Formation and Tactical Discussions 08:18 Player Performances and Squad Dynamics 10:29 Fan Reactions and Perspectives 12:31 Squad Size and Transfer Window Challenges 15:19 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Matches and Expectations 17:55 Premier League Landscape and Team Performances 19:32 Concluding Thoughts and Future Outlook

We preview the new Premier League season which kicks off with Saturday's trip to Tottenham. Are the Clarets going to survive? Where will the goals come from? Do we need more additions or do we need to shift players out?  Who will be the surprise package of the campaign? What formation will Scott Parker settle on. Will any of the promoted teams stay up? So many questions...... This pod was recorded live on You Tube and has been edited for audio consumption.  

Greavesy is joined by Woody and Bodes to review Saturday's friendly with Lazio and give their verdict on the new third kit. Woody donned his headset to try out the Virtual Reality version of the Clarets v the Serie A side and lots of other nonsense.

French midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu and Slovak keeper Martin Dubravka have signed for the Clarets ahead of Saturday's showpiece friendly against Lazio at Turf Moor. Chris Boden and Paul Woodhouse join Simon Evans to look at the new signings and preview the meeting with the Serie A team.