VAR Chaos, Newcastle Bottling It & England “DOOMED” Without Kane

Jules Rimet Still Gleaming!

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chaz Who wins the 2026 World Cup? Charlie Austin gives his verdict as Chaz Kicks Off Summer continues with a deep dive into the biggest football tournament on the planet. From France, England, Spain and Argentina to dark horses Norway, Morocco and Egypt, Charlie and Peter Redding break down the nations they believe can go all the way, the teams nobody is talking about, and the players who could light up the tournament. 🏆 Charlie names his World Cup favourites 🇫🇷 Why France may be the team to beat 🏴 Why England MUST deliver this time 🇦🇷 Can Argentina do it again? 🌍 The outsiders who could shock the world ⚽ The impact of the expanded 48-team tournament 🔥 Eight Middle Eastern nations making history 🎯 Early Play Nimbus player picks Plus, Charlie explains why tournament football is unlike anything else in the game and reveals what players are really thinking as the World Cup countdown begins. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Arsenal Fall Short, Slot Sack & Football's Biggest Summer Begins

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chaz The countdown to the World Cup is officially on. This week on Chaz Kicks Off, Charlie Austin and Peter Redding break down Arsenal's Champions League final defeat to PSG, the penalty shoot-out mistakes that changed everything, and why football fans are falling back in love with the way PSG play the game. The lads also react to the shock departure of Arne Slot from Liverpool, discuss who could replace him at Anfield, and debate whether Arsenal are now best placed to dominate English football over the next few seasons. Plus, with the World Cup just around the corner, Charlie reveals FIFA's new rule changes, including crackdowns on time-wasting, goalkeeper delays, substitutions and VAR interventions. Will the changes improve the game or create even more controversy? Also in the episode: ⚽ PSG's back-to-back European triumphs ⚽ Arsenal's tactical approach under Arteta ⚽ Anthony Gordon's Barcelona move ⚽ The England World Cup debate: North vs South ⚽ Classic World Cup shirts and football nostalgia ⚽ Why football fans are excited for the World Cup again ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Special Guest: Referee Graham Scott

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chaz Former Premier League referee Graham Scott joins Chaz Kicks Off for one of the most fascinating football conversations we’ve had yet. From VAR chaos and tunnel confrontations to dressing room psychology, referee pressure and the reality behind football’s most controversial decisions, Graham gives an honest, no-filter insight into life in the middle. Charlie Austin revisits that infamous VAR rant, Graham reveals why being on VAR is harder than refereeing on the pitch, discusses Pep Guardiola’s peak Manchester City side, Kevin De Bruyne’s genius, dressing room cooling-off periods, and whether referees really do dread certain clubs and stadiums. A brilliant football conversation packed with stories, honesty and proper behind-the-scenes insight from a man who had the best seat in the house. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Premier League Curtain Call....The Summer Is Magic!

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chaz The summer starts here… and so does a first for the show. In this special edition of Chaz Kicks Off, Charlie Austin and Peter Redding welcome the podcast’s very first guest — Adam Levy, Co-Founder of PlayNimbus and the man behind the game that’s about to change how football fans experience the World Cup. As Chaz Kicks Off Summer officially launches, the lads look ahead to the biggest tournament in football and reveal how their new partnership with PlayNimbus will put listeners right in the action with Fantasy Football Reimagined. Inside this episode: ⚽ Final thoughts on the Premier League season 🌍 Why the World Cup changes everything 🎮 Adam explains how PlayNimbus works — and why every match becomes its own battle 🏆 Charlie sizes up his chances against the listeners 📱 How YOU can take on Charlie in the official Chaz Kicks Off challenges this summer 🔥 Plus all the football chat, opinions and predictions you expect from the official Charlie Austin podcast This is the beginning of something new — new colours, new competition, new guest… same football obsession. Download, subscribe and get ready — because this summer, you’re not just watching the World Cup… you’re playing it. ⚽🌍🎙️ Powered by PlayNimbus – Fantasy Football Reimagined. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Caught Spying. But Why Are The Fans Paying The Price?!

This episode is powered by Play Nimbus. Fantasy football reimagined. Join the waitlist to play soon playnimbus.app/chaz Charlie doesn’t hold back. Southampton’s punishment is in… but what about the fans who booked Wembley and are left out of pocket? We debate whether the punishment fits the crime, whether spying gave any real advantage, and why clubs need to remember supporters first. Plus Championship Play-Off chaos, Premier League drama and World Cup plans. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.