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

This week on Wildcards, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant bring the banter, the pain, and the big calls from another dramatic Fantasy Premier League gameweek. JJ is forced into his second straight forfeit - and Arsenal fans are going to love this one. Yes, a former Spurs man singing North London Forever. Brutal. 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 also break down: Gameweek 4 scores: JJ suffers while Pennant pulls in 80 points thanks to a solid defensive lineup and smart midfield picks. Chip strategy gone wild: over 900,000 managers played their Wildcard and 250,000 went Free Hit. Is it too early? Salah vs Haaland conundrum: can you fit both in, or is now the time to go without Salah? Striker dilemmas: Isak, Semenyo, Yoakerez, João Pedro - who’s really worth backing? Liverpool vs Everton derby: Pennant relives his Merseyside battles, the atmosphere, and why it’s never an easy fixture for FPL managers. Spurs in Europe & Bergvall hype: JJ calls him “an old head on young shoulders” and tips him as a future star. Refereeing standards rant: JJ apologises to refs from his era but  the current crop get it with both barrels. EA FC 26 soundtrack: from Fred Again to Fatboy Slim nostalgia, the boys debate FIFA vs Pro Evo and their favourite football game anthems. Plus shoutouts to our Wildcards League leaders - including our latest winner smashing 90 points.  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 Got a team dilemma? DM us your questions and we’ll feature them on the pod. Key Moments:  0:00 – JJ’s brutal Arsenal forfeit: North London Forever 03:30 – Wildcards League recap & Gameweek 4 scores 06:30 – JP’s transfer moves and 80-point haul 08:00 – FPL chips gone wild: Wildcard & Free Hit strategy 09:30 – Salah vs Haaland: can you own both? 12:20 – Merseyside Derby preview & JP’s Liverpool vs Everton memories 16:30 – FPL captaincy & striker dilemmas (Isak, Semenyo, Yoakerez, João Pedro) 22:00 – JJ considers Wildcard vs patience strategy 25:00 – Liverpool’s late winners & early season form analysed 28:00 – Spurs in Europe: Bergvall hype & midfield debate 32:00 – JJ & Pennany rant on refereeing standards 35:30 – EA FC 26 soundtrack revealed + FIFA vs Pro Evo nostalgia 38:00 – Wildcards League shoutouts & weekly mug saga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, expect Wildcard Chaos: FPL Wildcard Picks, Forest Drama, Kane Debate and England Reactions 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.  Fantasy Premier League is back and in this episode of Wildcards, the lads go in on Nottingham Forest’s managerial chaos, whether Ange Postecoglou’s arrival means FPL managers should ditch Forest defenders, and why Harry Kane might still be underrated despite his record-breaking numbers. Pennant also confesses to emailing FPL after a wildcard glitch, the forfeits start ramping up, and the boys debate whether you can really go without both Haaland and Salah in your squad. Expect pure FPL gold, inside player stories, and plenty of laughs along the way. If you’re looking for FPL tips, wildcard dilemmas, Premier League banter, and insight from two ex-pros who’ve been there and done it, this is the pod to plug into. 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 – FPL returns after international break 01:10 – Nottingham Forest sack Nuno & Ange Postecoglou impact 06:00 – FPL tips: Should you sell Forest defenders? 10:00 – Pennant emails FPL about Wildcard glitch 13:00 – FPL Wildcard strategy: Haaland vs Salah dilemma 18:00 – Best FPL midfield bargains: Grealish, Eze, Elliott 22:00 – Why defenders dominate Fantasy Premier League points this season 28:00 – Harry Kane debate: underrated despite record goals? 32:00 – Craig Bellamy ruthless stories from Liverpool training 34:30 – England international break: Andorra and Serbia analysis 36:30 – Final FPL wildcard tips and strategy takeaways Wildcards is a Pivot Productions Group Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

International break or not, Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant are back with Wildcards – and this week it’s pure chaos. Gameweek 3 hit hard: JJ’s captaining Richarlison blew up in his face, Pennant’s “free hit masterplan” fell flat, and forfeits get served. Meanwhile, Producer Sam went and bagged 92 points to top the Wildcards league – but was it genius or just dumb luck? The lads also go in on: Watkins, Isak and the big striker dilemmas ahead of GW4 Why VAR has killed the vibe – and how refs with no playing experience are ruining football The Marc Guéhi transfer saga – did Palace block his dream move to Liverpool? “The Game’s Gone” – JJ and Pennant call out corner-flag bookings, set-piece coaches, and fans filming the opposition Transfer window winners and losers: Liverpool’s big spend, Arsenal’s gamble, Spurs’ green fixtures 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 – Wildcards Ep4 intro: JJ vs Pennant FPL chaos 02:00 – Gameweek 3 review: Richarlison captain fail & free hit flop 04:30 – Forfeit time: JJ suffers black coffee punishment 06:30 – Burnley shock Man United & Pennant’s injuries pile up 09:00 – Ollie Watkins blanks again – time to sell? 10:00 – Mo Salah dilemma: keep or cash in before GW4 12:00 – Chelsea vs Fulham VAR controversy & referee rants 15:00 – Why VAR is ruining football – JJ & Pennant go off 18:00 – Wildcards League update: Producer Sam’s 92-point week 20:00 – Isak transfer talk: Liverpool’s £140m striker debate 23:00 – Crystal Palace reject Liverpool move for Marc Guéhi 27:00 – Has the transfer window unsettled Aston Villa? 30:00 – Arsenal’s new striker Gyökeres analysed – boom or bust? 33:00 – “The Game’s Gone”: corner flag bookings & set-piece coaches 37:00 – Premier League rivalries aren’t the same anymore 39:00 – Fans filming opposition goals – football culture gone wrong 41:00 – Closing thoughts & shout-out to the Wildcards FPL winner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gameweek 3 is here and the chaos has officially begun! Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant unpack the drama from FPL, the transfer market, and life in football. This week: JJ vs Pennant – who came out on top in GW2, and what brutal forfeit did the loser have to face? (Spoiler: it involves singing) Sunderland beef settled… or is it? Phil Foden drops by (sort of) – social media, player shout-outs and how JJ & Pennant would’ve handled Insta in their playing days. Captain dilemmas – Salah, Saka, Haaland… or time to back a wildcard pick like Semenyo? Transfer chaos – Spurs linked with Xavi Simons, Newcastle’s big new striker, and United’s struggles with young talent like Kobbie Mainoo. FPL tactics – when to use your chips, whether a minus four is worth it, and why JJ is already looking at a wildcard. Plus: initiation songs, dodgy fines, JJ winding Pennant up about his league position and the first official Wildcards Forfeit performance. If you’re deep into FPL tips, fantasy football strategy, and Premier League predictions, this is your new weekly fix. Subscribe now so you don’t miss a gameweek – or a forfeit. 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: JJ vs Pennant, GW3 kicks off 01:00 – GW2 scores revealed + weekly forfeit agreed 03:00 – Initiation song banter & dressing room memories 04:30 – Sunderland beef finally put to bed? 05:30 – FPL league shout-outs + mug winner 06:40 – Phil Foden likes the Wildcards reel 👀 07:30 – Would JJ & Pennant have survived social media? 09:20 – Banter era: how they’d have trolled full-backs online 11:00 – JJ the straight-laced captain vs Pennant the carnage 12:30 – Salah captaincy debate & late assist saves the day 13:20 – Is it time to drop Salah vs Arsenal? 14:40 – Wildcard, Free Hit or minus-four? Chip dilemmas 16:20 – Pennant languishing 33rd in the league 😂 18:10 – Man United vs Burnley – who to back? 20:30 – Burnley debate: Championship dominance vs Premier League reality 22:00 – Captaincy era shift – finally more than Haaland & Salah? 23:00 – Wildcard captain picks: Saka, Semenyo & more 24:00 – Transfer window talk – Spurs linked with Xavi Simons 26:00 – Simons vs Eze: who’s the better Spurs signing? 28:30 – Chelsea hijack fears & Levy banter 30:10 – Newcastle’s new £85m striker signing 32:00 – Is the fee madness or market reality? 33:20 – Man United’s youth problem – Kobbie Mainoo & Sancho 35:00 – Management issues at Old Trafford – player vs manager trust 37:00 – Grimsby upset & Ten Hag questions 38:40 – First Wildcards forfeit: initiation song performance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant are back with Episode 2 of Wildcards, diving straight into the biggest Premier League headlines and Fantasy Premier League chaos from Gameweek 1. From Arsenal hijacking Spurs’ move for Eberechi Eze, to Tottenham’s stalled transfers under Daniel Levy, the lads don’t hold back on their verdict. They also debate Sunderland’s shock result, Alexander Isak’s messy Newcastle transfer saga, and whether Nottingham Forest could finish higher than Spurs this season. On the FPL side, JJ and Pennant reveal their Gameweek 1 scores, set a weekly forfeit challenge, break down why defenders are dominating under new bonus point rules, and argue over whether Mo Salah should be dropped for Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka. Plus, the famous Volders Curse strikes again, changing matches in real time. Arsenal hijack Spurs’ transfer for Eberechi Eze and Daniel Levy backlash Tottenham’s failed deals and lack of ambition in the transfer market Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 1 review: JJ vs Pennant scores and forfeits Sunderland’s shock Premier League result and Jermaine Pennant’s apology The Volders Curse explained: how one mate’s superstition wrecks FPL teams Defenders dominating FPL bonus points under new rules Should Mo Salah be sold for Bukayo Saka in Gameweek 2? Nottingham Forest’s strong start and whether they could finish above Spurs Alexander Isak’s transfer saga at Newcastle and player-club loyalty debate Premier League managers already under pressure after opening weekend If you’re deep into FPL tips, fantasy football strategy, and Premier League predictions, this is your new weekly fix. Subscribe now so you don’t miss a gameweek – or a forfeit. 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 00:00 Arsenal hijack Spurs’ transfer – Eze fallout 02:30 Daniel Levy slammed for failed deals 06:00 Spurs’ fans reaction and lack of ambition 08:15 Gameweek 1 scores: JJ vs Pennant 09:45 Weekly forfeits agreed – let the chaos begin 12:30 Sunderland shock West Ham – Pennant apologises (sort of) 16:00 The Volders Curse strikes again 18:30 FPL team names – funniest entries revealed 22:00 Gameweek 2 transfer dilemmas: Salah vs Saka 27:30 Can you fit Haaland and Salah in your squad? 32:00 Nottingham Forest’s strong start and City Ground atmosphere 34:00 Alexander Isak transfer saga – loyalty vs ambition 42:00 Managers already under pressure after GW1 44:30 Looking ahead to Gameweek 2 Wildcards is a Pivot Productions Group podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Premier League is back - and so is the chaos in our Fantasy Premier League group chat. Former England internationals Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant kick off the very first episode of Wildcards by tearing into Gameweek 1 team selections, calling out lies about leaving Mo Salah or Erling Haaland out, and revealing their must-have FPL picks. From inside knowledge on new FPL rule changes (DEFCON points, anyone?) to behind-the-scenes dressing room stories, this episode blends fantasy football tips with real Premier League insight you won’t get on TV. Expect strong opinions, elite-level banter, and some outrageous season predictions – including top five finishes, relegation picks, and Golden Boot winners. We’re also talking Spurs vs PSG, Liverpool’s title chances, transfer sagas (Isak to Liverpool?), Everton’s surprise signings, and the Premier League’s worst-ever kits. Plus – find out why Jermaine Pennant once had to go on a “date” with Martha from Baby Reindeer as a fantasy football forfeit. In this episode: Gameweek 1 FPL picks & captains Why Haaland and Salah might be non-negotiables Secret FPL chip strategies for the 2024/25 season New DEFCON points rule explained (and who benefits most) Top 5 Premier League predictions – and who’s going down Golden Boot & breakout star predictions Spurs’ Champions League hopes & Liverpool’s title push Behind-the-scenes Premier League dressing room banter The kit design disaster that has everyone talking If you’re deep into FPL tips, fantasy football strategy, and Premier League predictions, this is your new weekly fix. Subscribe now so you don’t miss a gameweek – or a forfeit. 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 Wildcards is a Pivot Productions Group podcast.  Key Moments:  0:00 Intro & FPL Gameweek 1 hype 2:17 Haaland, Salah & captain pick mind games 4:40 The “Voldemort” FPL chip 7:24 New DEFCON bonus points rule explained 10:11 Must-have FPL players for GW1 13:58 Underrated defenders & midfield bargains 17:32 Spurs vs PSG analysis 24:21 Liverpool’s title push & transfer talk 27:59 Isak to Liverpool? Transfer saga chat 33:28 Relegation predictions 42:00 Golden Boot & breakout star picks 45:25 FPL tweaks before deadline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s here - the first-ever Wildcards episode. Former England internationals Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant throw you straight into the madness of their real-life Fantasy Premier League group chat. From wildcard disasters to Premier League dressing room secrets, this sneak peek sets the tone for what’s coming every Friday. In this episode: Alexander Isak transfer saga – should he leave Newcastle United for Liverpool, and why fans are split. FPL team talk – JJ and Pennant debate Salah, Saka, Haaland, Jarrod Bowen and the hunt for this season’s budget gems. Transfer rumours & injuries – Spurs blow with James Maddison injury, Everton linked with Jack Grealish, and what it means for fantasy managers. Player loyalty vs career moves – the truth about forcing transfers, with JJ’s Tottenham and Luka Modrić stories, plus Pennant’s Stoke City bust-up. Premier League hot takes – Harry Kane vs Son Heung-min: who’s the bigger Spurs legend? Plus, funniest player name puns, group chat forfeits, Ibiza viral moments, and why the lads think trims matter as much as transfers. From insider stories about England camps to tactical FPL tips for the opening gameweek, this is unfiltered football talk from two ex-pros who’ve lived it. 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 Wildcards is a Pivot Productions Group podcast.  Key Moments: 0:00 – Welcome to Wildcards: FPL Meets Real Football 00:44 – Alexander Isak Liverpool Transfer Rumours 02:26 – Inside the FPL Group Chat Chaos 04:25 – Fantasy Premier League Team Selection Tips 05:56 – Building a Bench for FPL Success 07:10 – Thoughts on Jarrod Bowen as Striker in FPL 08:14 – Sunderland v West Ham: Opening Day Preview 09:04 – Stakes and Forfeits in the FPL League 11:20 – The Reality of Forcing Transfers 12:45 – Player Loyalty vs Career Moves in Football 14:58 – Newcastle United’s Place in the Football Hierarchy 16:32 – Why Fans Turn on Players Who Want to Leave 17:34 – JJ’s Tottenham Story: Frozen Out by a Manager 18:44 – Pennant’s Stoke City Fallout with Tony Pulis 19:43 – Can Manchester United Bounce Back? 22:12 – Harry Kane vs Son Heung-min: Spurs Legend Debate 24:19 – Jack Grealish Everton Rumours & Career Moves 25:19 – James Maddison Injury Update & Mental Health in Football 26:26 – Spurs Defensive Choices Without Maddison 26:54 – Viral Ibiza Moment & Footballer Nightlife Stories 27:45 – Haircuts, Comebacks & Dressing Room Banter 29:28 – Funniest Player Name Puns in Football 31:13 – Join the Official Wildcards FPL League Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Wildcards - the new podcast where the FPL obsession is real, the football news is breaking and the sporting banter is savage! Hosted by ex-pros and lifelong mates Jermaine Jenas and Jermaine Pennant, this is the pod that rips the roof off your WhatsApp group chat and brings the chaos, rivalry and ridiculousness of the beautiful game straight to your ears. Connect with JJ and Penn via https://www.instagram.com/wildcardspod Think you can beat the pros? Join the Wildcards Pod FPL league Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices