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Jul 2024
50m 45s

Should Chelsea Play Out from the Back?

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The FC crew recap Chelsea's 2-2 draw with Wrexham and question how much the Blues should be playing out from the back under new manager Enzo Maresca. Plus, Ali Krieger joins the show to break down the USWNT dominant 3-0 victory over Zambia and explain how the big win will motivate the squad for the rest of the Olympics. Frank Leboeuf also reacts to James Olley's exclusive interview with Chelsea captain Reece James.

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