James Olley

Mario Melchiot, an ex-Chelsea player, joins ESPN's crew members Steve Nicol, James Olley, and Hercules Gomez to discuss Chelsea's latest wins and struggles in the FIFA Club World Cup. They spotlight Liam DeLapp as a key striker and dissect the team's dynamics. The talk shifts to PSG's commanding performances and the challenging heat affecting Spanish teams. Additionally, the U.S. men's national team's Gold Cup victory over Trinidad is analyzed, focusing on player development and morale in the lead-up to future matches.

Don Hutchison and Frank Leboeuf, both former professional football players and analysts, discuss Bruno Fernandes' decision to remain with Manchester United despite lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia, praising his loyalty. James Olley breaks down Chelsea's transfer maneuvers for Liam Delap and Mike Maignan. Ian Darke and Hutchison also examine the uncertain future of Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham, highlighting the tension between managerial strategies and player expectations amidst a challenging season.