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Wednesday, 27 August 2025 - 55 minutes

We're approaching the end of the transfer window and there's a BIG story in the Premier League as Alexander Isak is battling with his current club, Newcastle United, for a move to Liverpool. He's effectively on strike, and never one to be outdone, our very own Blakey downed tools as a youngster at Cardiff City. All is revealed in episode five of the podcast. Rob and Blakey also discuss what our four EFL clubs need to ensure they're in the best shape when the window closes and they give their verdicts on the Carabao/League Cup second round results, which saw Swansea, Wrexham and Cardiff all through to the third round for the first time. There's also an apology to Merthyr Town fans for a half-time social media post courtesy of producer Jules, which seems to have scuppered their chances of victory against Scarborough Athletic on Bank Holiday Monday. And 15-goal Caernarfon Town are sitting pretty at the top of the Cymru Premier, Rob finds out why via a fan on X.00:00 What's coming up on the pod 05:27 Blakey's keen to get going, Rob!06:53 Alexander Isak's action is justifiable because it impacts his career, says Blakey10:37 "But, have you ever been on strike?" Rob to Blakey. It's all coming out now ....18:12 Transfer window is closing soon, but there is still time to do the business - the question is, will the Welsh EFL clubs get what they need? And what do the fans say that is?26:26 Brian Barry-Murphy has a philosophy - are Cardiff seeing the benefits of it already?29:22 Wales international Jordan James to Wrexham - will he be another statement signing?35:35 Swansea still need a striker - or three 40:31 Where will the Swans finish this season? Blakey reckons they're three players short of a 'really good season'. 46:36 Producer Jules **eventually** gets a compliment 49:00 Caernarfon Town's team spirit is applauded.Brought to you with the support of the Journalism and Media courses at the University of South Wales* Atrium campus, home of the creative industries. Education in action: Delivering courses that will change lives and our world for the better. https://www.southwales.ac.uk/ *The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and their guests. USW is not responsible for the content of this podcast and the opinions expressed should not be taken as an endorsement. **Advertising/sponsorship opportunities. Drop us an email at Robandblakey@gmail.com

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