In this episode, the team preview the 2025/26 Chelsea Women’s season. We take a look at Sonia Bompastor’s squad going into her second year in charge, breaking down the summer arrivals like Ellie Carpenter and Mara Alber, while also reflecting on the big departures of Sophie Ingle, Ashley Lawrence and Mia Fishel. We dive into what the expectations should be in the WSL and UWCL, highlight the players to watch, and ask the key question – can Chelsea finally get back to a Champions League final?

The team also talk the latest from this week's news and as always also answer some listener questions.

RUNNING ORDER:

00:00 The Start & Shevva's Shoutouts

22:28 News: Joao Pedro, More Fulham VAR Controversy Continues & Garnacho Chooses 49

31:32 Chelsea Women 2025/26 Preview ft Successes, Signings, Sam Kerr & Champions League Concerns

1:06:16 Quaresma's Questions

1:16:48 Loan Army Carousel & A BRAND NEW GAME!

If you have a question for the team then contact them on Twitter at @AtTheBridgePod

(This episode was recorded on 4th September 2025)

*** Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!

*** Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/b3arBztQjn

This episode is proudly supported by Head In The Game, a charity using football to support mental health and wellbeing. Check out their free programs at headinthegame.co.uk and follow them on social media to learn more.

_______________________________________________

Get In Touch With Us:

Twitter - twitter.com/AtTheBridgePod

Instagram - Instagram.com/AtTheBridgePod

#CFC #CHELSEA