The Fighting Cock (Tottenham Hotspur Podcast)

S16E01 - Where Will Tottenham Finish This Season? 17.07.2026 1h 5min

Get 15% off your eSIM today—download the Saily app or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠saily.com/thefightingcock⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code THEFIGHTINGCOCK at checkout. We're looking ahead to the new Premier League season and asking the biggest question of all: can Tottenham genuinely challenge for the title under Roberto De Zerbi? We break down the current squad, debate whether Morgan Gibbs-White is the missing piece, discuss Romero's future, the need for another striker and winger, and whether Spurs should keep spending while the opportunity is there. Plus, we talk Djed Spence's incredible rise, who should captain the club next season, and what counts as a successful campaign after such an ambitious summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E95 - England Are Out... Now Let's Win the League 16.07.2026 1h 7min

Get 15% off your eSIM today—download the Saily app or visit ⁠⁠saily.com/thefightingcock⁠⁠ and use code THEFIGHTINGCOCK at checkout. England's World Cup dream is over, so naturally we've turned our attention back to Tottenham. We react to England's semi-final defeat, discuss whether Jed Spence has played his way into De Zerbi's plans, ask if it's finally time to move on from Cristian Romero and pick through the latest transfer whispers surrounding Savinho, Vuskovic and more. Ricky checks in with his mysterious ITKs, we wonder what happened to tapping up rules, and somehow end up talking about seagulls delivering transfer documents, fly zappers and whether Tottenham fans are emotionally indestructible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E94 - Daniel, Daniel, Dan, Dan, D... D 10.07.2026 46min

With the main podcast running way over, we finally get around to your Reddit questions. We chat Harry Kane's future, whether Cristian Romero should be sold, De Zerbi's pulling power in the transfer market, Kinski's redemption arc, Morgan Rogers purely for the meltdown, England's World Cup heroics and why Tottenham suddenly feel like a club moving in a completely different direction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E93 - Leão, Lies & The Lewis Family: Spurs Have Changed 09.07.2026 50min

Get 15% off your eSIM today—download the Saily app or visit ⁠saily.com/thefightingcock⁠ and use code THEFIGHTINGCOCK at checkout. The artwork for this episode is produced by the incredible thefrederikkejensen. 45 minutes of transfer madness before we answer a single question. We discuss whether Tottenham have fundamentally changed under the Lewis family, the arrivals of Tonali and Fernandes, why the club's recruitment suddenly feels different, and whether Rafa Leão is worth the gamble. We also dive into Bergvall's development, Ricky's increasingly suspicious ITK credentials, why rival fans seem obsessed with Spurs, and the strange psychology of the summer transfer window. Plus Cornettos, Daniel Levy conspiracy theories, and the usual nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E92 - FOOD CHAIN 02.07.2026 1h 24min

Tottenham are spending big and the rest of football can't seem to cope. Flav and Ricky react to the arrivals of Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, discuss why rival fans are so rattled by Spurs' ambition, and explain why this transfer window feels completely different to anything we've experienced before. They also debate whether we've really overpaid, what the ownership change has already meant for the club, why De Zerbi is being backed like no Spurs manager before him, the sale of Vuskovic, more transfer targets still to come, Kulusevski's recovery, listener questions, and whether it's finally time to dream a little bigger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E91 - Building For The Short Term 29.06.2026 1h 3min

Get 15% off your eSIM today—download the Saily app or visit ⁠saily.com/thefightingcock⁠ and use code THEFIGHTINGCOCK at checkout. We discuss the latest around Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, whether Spurs can genuinely land both players, and why fans should be careful not to get swept away by every rumour that appears online. We also look at Antonín Kinsky's remarkable turnaround, Luka Vušković's uncertain future, the role Johan Lange deserves to play in this summer's recruitment, whether Tottenham should cash in on young talent to fund an even bigger rebuild Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THE LAB | The Spurs Finance Q&A - Why Cash Is King 27.06.2026 1h 5min

On this episode of The Lab, Flav is joined by football finance enthusiast Ben White to answer your questions on Tottenham Hotspur’s finances. We dig into the new Squad Cost Ratio rules, what happens as PSR fades out, whether Spurs really can spend 115% of revenue, and why that so-called “loophole” is not quite what it seems. There’s also discussion on the Lewis family’s cash injections, Daniel Levy’s legacy, player sales, amortisation, free transfers, wage structure, cash flow, and whether Tottenham are finally in a position to properly attack the transfer market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E90 - You Should've Relegated Us 25.06.2026 1h 7min

Get 15% off your eSIM today—download the Saily app or visit ⁠saily.com/thefightingcock⁠ and use code THEFIGHTINGCOCK at checkout. We answer your questions as the summer transfer window goes into overdrive. We chat about Mateus Fernandes, Sandro Tonali, Savinho and what Tottenham's aggressive approach says about the club's ambitions. We also debate whether Lucas Bergvall should stay or go, discuss Cristian Romero's future, look at whether Spurs can genuinely push for the top four, and somehow end up talking about Scotland, Tyson, San Francisco, Saily, freezing baths and why Jon thinks the Premier League should've relegated us while they had the chance. It's a proper off-season Q&A, in other words. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E89 - Bergvall, Big Decisions and Bigger Ambitions 22.06.2026 59min

Get 15% off your eSIM today—download the Saily app or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠saily.com/thefightingcock⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code THEFIGHTINGCOCK at checkout. We’re back after an unexpected week off and there’s plenty to get stuck into. We discuss Tottenham’s relentless transfer activity, why Roberto De Zerbi appears to be getting exactly what he wants, and whether the club is finally behaving like one of the Premier League’s heavyweights. We chat Tonali, Fernandes, Rashford, Gakpo and Bergvall’s uncertain future, while also asking whether there’s a genuine opportunity for Spurs to make a serious push next season. Plus Flav tells the story of the worst night he’s ever had in Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lab | What Players Say To Their Agents During A Relegation Battle 16.06.2026 4min

An honest conversation with former football agent Jim Erwood about what the game is actually like behind the scenes. We talk about whether footballers truly love their clubs, what players say to agents during a relegation battle, why loyalty in football barely exists anymore, and how modern players are pushed to think about themselves first. Jim shares incredible stories from his time as an agent, including signing Ashley Williams through Friends Reunited, the reality of dealing with young players and ambitious parents, intimidation and the criminal element around football, and the bizarre John Carew/Milan Baroš swap deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E88 - The Vuskovic Conundrum 12.06.2026 43min

Get 15% off your eSIM today—download the Saily app or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠saily.com/thefightingcock⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code THEFIGHTINGCOCK at checkout. We jumped on for an impromptu pod after reports emerged that Brighton want Luka Vuskovic. We discuss why the move might make sense for everyone involved, whether De Zerbi is prioritising ready-made players over prospects, and what it says about the way Tottenham are operating this summer. We also chat about the pursuit of Van Hecke and Verbruggen, Pedro Porro's future, James Maddison's leadership credentials, and why, despite finishing 17th, there's a growing feeling that Spurs are finally moving in the right direction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E87 - Are Spurs Finally Fixing the Mistakes of the Past? 11.06.2026 1h 4min

Get 15% off your eSIM today—download the Saily app or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠saily.com/thefightingcock⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code THEFIGHTINGCOCK at checkout. This week we answer your questions on everything from Pedro Porro's future and the arrival of Andy Robertson and Senesi, to whether Spurs are finally correcting the mistakes made during the previous regime. We look back on the Thomas Frank era one year on, discuss De Zerbi's growing influence on the squad, debate the need for a top-class number six, and ask what Tottenham's strongest team actually looks like heading into the new season. There's also plenty of nonsense, a bit of geography, and a surprising conversation about why Arsenal's title win doesn't seem to hurt quite as much as we thought it would. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E86 - Tottenham's Increasingly Ambitious Summer Plans 04.06.2026 1h 9min

Get 15% off your eSIM today—download the Saily app or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠saily.com/thefightingcock⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code THEFIGHTINGCOCK at checkout. This week we dive into Tottenham's increasingly ambitious summer plans. We discuss the latest links to Jan Paul van Hecke, Savinho and other potential signings, what Dougie Freedman's arrival could mean behind the scenes, and whether Roberto De Zerbi is beginning to reshape the culture of the club in his image. We also talk ownership, optimism, Adam Wharton dreams, Arsenal schadenfreude, and why for the first time in a long while it feels like Spurs are acting with real intent. Plus, plenty of nonsense along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lab | Inside The Fall Of Daniel Levy 03.06.2026 42min

This week we’re joined by senior news reporter for The Athletic, Matt Slater, to unpack one of the most dramatic periods in Tottenham Hotspur’s history. We discuss Daniel Levy’s departure, the power structures that shaped Spurs for decades, the role of the Lewis family, takeover speculation, the Gibb River review, and whether Tottenham are genuinely for sale. We also explore the realities of modern football ownership, why American investors may be the club’s most likely future owners, and what Spurs fans should make of examples such as them lot, Bournemouth and Chelsea. A fascinating look behind the curtain at how football clubs are really run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E85 - Is Optimism Back on the Menu? 29.05.2026 1h 21min

Get 15% off your eSIM today—download the Saily app or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠saily.com/thefightingcock⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code THEFIGHTINGCOCK at checkout. We discuss the potential arrivals of Andrew Robertson and Marcos Senesi, what they could bring to the squad, and whether the club's recent statements from Peter Charrington and the Lewis family signal genuine change or simply better PR. We also get into the uncertainty surrounding the sporting director role, possible replacements for Johan Lange, and whether Spurs have the structure needed to support Roberto De Zerbi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THE LAB | Do You Trust The Lewis Family? 27.05.2026 53min

We’re joined by Anatole Pang to dig into what’s really happening behind the scenes at Tottenham Hotspur following the departure of Daniel Levy and the arrival of Roberto De Zerbi. We talk about the club’s restructure, the role of the Lewis family, the significance of the Gibb River review, and whether Spurs have abandoned the modern football model to build around one coach. We also discuss Peter Charrington’s statement to fans, ownership responsibility, governance, recruitment, leadership vacuums and whether Tottenham finally have a proper football structure in place… or whether we’re simply witnessing another reset dressed up as revolution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E84 - Relief 25.05.2026 1h

EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/thefightingcock Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! We talk through the exhausting final day against Everton, the relief inside the stadium at full time, De Zerbi’s impact since arriving, and the moment the connection between the fans and players finally felt repaired. There’s love for Kinsky, Palhinha and the players who dragged Spurs over the line, plus discussion around the atmosphere, the celebrations, the reaction from rival fans, and whether this could finally be the turning point for the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E83 - Romero, Rage & The Final Day 22.05.2026 52min

We try to hold it together ahead of Tottenham’s final game of the season… There’s anger over Romero leaving for Argentina before the biggest game in years, debates over whether footballers genuinely care about the clubs they play for, and the creeping fear that Spurs are fully capable of turning the one relegation scenario available into reality. We also get into De Zerbi’s press conference comments, the pressure of survival Sunday, possible heroes against Everton, and why nobody trusts Tottenham to make this easy. Plus: Ricky’s accidental bluebottle infestation, dossiers for the FA, wrestling on sofas, pink wafers, and one of the grimmest stories ever told on this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E82 - Uncle Bill Had The Right Idea 20.05.2026 49min

Following another damaging defeat at Chelsea, we reflect on the wider psychological toll of supporting Tottenham Hotspur during one of the Club’s most turbulent seasons. We explore the long-term direction of Spurs under the current ownership, the impact of years of inconsistent football decisions, and whether Roberto De Zerbi can restore belief and stability ahead of next season. We talk VAR controversies, the lack of attacking quality within the current squad, and the pressure surrounding the decisive final game against Everton. Despite the frustration, there remains cautious optimism that Tottenham can finally begin moving forward again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S15E81 - One Point From Safety 18.05.2026 1h 2min

Get 15% off your eSIM today—download the Saily app or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠saily.com/thefightingcock⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code THEFIGHTINGCOCK at checkout. We talk Chelsea away, West Ham’s collapse, why we believe that De Zerbi might actually be the man to rebuild Tottenham, and why this season can never happen again. Plus VAR conspiracies, sleepless nights, airline fear, Californian wine and Sean Kray defending the vest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices