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The Dressing Room

Welcome to The Dressing Room with Joe Cole, Carlton Cole and Wayne Bridge: three former top flight pros bringing you football without the filter. Expect outrageous stories you won’t hear anywhere else, behind the scenes banter and brutally honest verdicts on all the biggest football news. New ep

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 55 min
Latest: 13 Oct 2026
Language: English

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13 Oct 2026 · 46 minNew

City win - but is it irrelevant? Plus Warm Weather Training Antics and Carlton’s Celebrations.

City beat Liverpool 3-0 - but are they title contenders or in a relegation battle? Plus who has the bigger problems Man Utd or Spurs, why are Liverpool misfiring, will Arsenal’s squad depth bring them the Premier League Title and can Brighton qualify for the Champions League? Plus what really happens on ‘Warm Weather Training’, Party Music (Phil Collins anyone??!!), Highlights of the Week and Happy Birthday to our very own Carlton Cole! [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/dressingroompod 📱 Follow Us On Socials: TikTok:…

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S3 · E8 · 6 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 14 min
The Peter Crouch Special
A VERY Funny episode with a VERY Special Guest - footballer, podcaster, national treasure and the busiest man in Showbiz - the one and only Peter Crouch. From playing with ’The Golden Generation’ to dancing for Prince William and chasing down Kaka for the Golden Boot Award - we cover the life and times of one of the country's favourite footballers. Plus, who’s Crouchy’s favourite players, managers and clubs and how did he go from a star striker to having a booming media career in retirement? Also Bridgey dons the sparkly jacket and delves into some old tweets for a Crouchy themed quiz, Joe…
S3 · E7 · 29 Sep 2026 · 47 min
What next for City and are there reasons for English optimism?
What will be the fallout to the news Man City have been found guilty of breaking PL financial rules? Joe, Carlton and Wayne have their say on arguably the biggest story to hit the Premier League. Plus England nearly overcame the World Champions, but despite the loss to Spain are there reasons to be cheerful and optimistic? Also Bridgey has a weekend of ‘double trouble’ (not to mention an accident with a trampoline), Joe gets asked to dance, Carlton’s looking for compensation and a new feature ‘Who is most likely to…..' [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️…
S3 · E6 · 22 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Brilliant Brighton, Sorry Spurs and Football Finance Facts.
Arsenal were ‘pecked by The Seagulls’ - but how did Brighton win so convincingly? Spurs scored twice, but Villa netted 3 times - what can De Zerbi do in the International Break to turn Tottenham around? Plus we’re joined by Football Finance Expert Stefan Borson to get to the bottom of what’s going on with Chelsea, Carlton’s been relaxing by going for walks in the forest but it still doesn’t stop him going on a rant, would Joe buy a football club and what next for J.J Gabriel? Also join us join us on Monday, 28th of September, at 1 pm, as we will be doing an eBay live auction selling off some…
S3 · E5 · 15 Sep 2026 · 55 min
VAR (again!), Oasis and remembering Ludo.
After another VAR nightmare at the weekend during the Manchester Derby what - if anything - can be done to make it better? Plus Chelsea’s defensive issues, Spurs still can’t score, West Ham top the Championship and remembering the great Ludo Miklosko. Also why did Joe throw a massage table across the Dressing Room, school days memories and who didn’t make the Oasis after party? [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/dressingroompod 📱 Follow Us On Socials: TikTok: / dressingroompodcast Instagram: / dressingroompodcast X:…
S3 · E4 · 8 Sep 2026 · 49 min
Arsenal show their class, the joy of last minute goals and Carlton’s insane injury.
Arsenal may have taken 3 points but were there positives for Chelsea and who has the best Front 3 - The Gunners or The Blues? Plus Everton’s last gasp equaliser, how do you break a scoring drought, Lampard v Schoies v Gerrard. - who was best and how did Carlton end up injured by a mannequin? Also a new feature - The Dressing Down, Who’s on Carlton’s ’Shirt of the Week’ and is Kai Havertz the best false 9 currently playing? [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/dressingroompod 📱 Follow Us On Socials: TikTok: /…
S3 · E3 · 1 Sep 2026 · 53 min
Are Chelsea Title Contenders, The Truth about Deadline Day and Hull win again!
Are Chelsea the ‘real deal’ or is it too soon for Alonso’s boys? Plus Man Utd impress, Spurs still look shaky and Hull make it two wins from two - is Joe getting worried about that forfeit??! Plus what’s it like being a player on Transfer Deadline Day - new team, new coaches, new playing colleagues, not to mention the potential headaches of moving into a new home and finding a new school for the kids. Also whose shirt has Carlton grabbed from his collection this week, Bank Holiday Fun with Kasabian and what happened when Bridgey met a load of Pompey Fans?! [email protected] ✅…
S3 · E2 · 25 Aug 2026 · 55 min
Hull humble United, Brilliant Brentford and what happened to Spurs and Villa?
Did Joe inspire Hull City to a famous opening day win over Man Utd, what makes Brentford so good but will it be a long, hard season for Spurs and Villa? Plus Jellyfish stings, players v FIFA, highlights of the week and why was Carlton left stranded in his Calvin Klein’s in Barcelona????!?! [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/dressingroompod 📱 Follow Us On Socials: TikTok: / dressingroompodcast Instagram: / dressingroompodcast X: https://x.com/dressingroomaa For more from Novel visit https://novel.audio Hosted on Acast.…
S3 · E1 · 19 Aug 2026 · 41 min
Premier League Preview - Who wins, who’s relegated and who’s already under pressure?
We're back and getting excited for the start of the 2026/7 Premier League Season. Crystal balls are at the ready as Joe Cole, Carlton Cole and Wayne Bridge try and predict the Top 3, Bottom 3 and Golden Boot winner in the Premier League, plus who might surprise some people and which managers are already under pressure even before a ball has been kicked? Also Wayne has a nightmare with a washing machine, Carlton’s verdict on West Ham’s first match and Joe shares his memories of his last ever match in professional football. [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️…
S2 · E49 · 21 Jul 2026 · 55 min
World Cup Final Reaction: Spain's Triumph, Argentina's Bullies and Where It Went Wrong for Tuchel's England
Wayne Bridge and Carlton Cole are joined by Dave from The Secret Scout for a full World Cup 2026 debrief. Carlton didn’t enjoy the final but is glad Argentina’s bullies didn’t win. The guys marvel at the brilliance of Spain and the seemingly untouchable Rodri. We go off on Tuchel’s tactics and lack of ambition, but praise the England squad for a valiant effort. We look ahead and pick England’s future stars. Whilst the three lions might have a lack of strikers coming through the ranks to replace Kane, Carlton’s doing his bit by personally raising the next generation. The guys dish out awards…
S2 · E48 · 14 Jul 2026 · 11 min
Carlton’s really stupidly hard World Cup Quiz.
As we build to The 2026 World Cup Final we have another Bonus Episode for you. Carlton has brushed off his Quizmaster Jacket and delved into World Cup History to present his ‘really stupidly hard’ World Cup Quiz. Note for the pedants this was recorded before the 2026 tournament got underway! [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/dressingroompod 📱 Follow Us On Socials: TikTok: / dressingroompodcast Instagram: / dressingroompodcast X: https://x.com/dressingroomaa For more from Novel visit https://novel.audio The Dressing…
S2 · E47 · 7 Jul 2026 · 15 min
Favourite World Cup Matches….Ever!
What was better David Platt’s volley against Belgium or Michael Owen’s dazzling run and goal against Argentina? From great goals to headline grabbing controversies Joe, Carlton and Wayne pick their favourite ever World Cup matches…..there’s even a mention of a goal by some bloke called Joe Cole against Sweden! [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/dressingroompod 📱 Follow Us On Socials: TikTok: / dressingroompodcast Instagram: / dressingroompodcast X: https://x.com/dressingroomaa For more from Novel visit…
S2 · E46 · 4 Jul 2026 · 27 min
BONUS EPISODE: Becks, Blaine and Bets: Playing for England at a World Cup.
Ahead of England's huge match against Mexico we find out what’s it like playing for England at a World Cup. From Call up to Card school, partying and penalties this is everything you need to know about life with on the road with the ‘3 Lions' at a World Cup. Some cracking tales including what happened at David Beckham’s pre World Cup party, how Bridgey got left behind in Japan, why Joe upset David Blaine and why the Golden Generation never fulfilled their potential. Warning: The episode features discussions about gambling, betting and debt. [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here:…
S2 · E45 · 30 Jun 2026 · 8 min
The Roger Milla Quiz!
Time for the much anticipated Roger Milla Quiz! Joe’s your quizmaster but who will claim the prize of his treasured Roger Milla figure which is still box fresh - Carlton or Bridgey? [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/dressingroompod 📱 Follow Us On Socials: TikTok: / dressingroompodcast Instagram: / dressingroompodcast X: https://x.com/dressingroomaa For more from Novel visit https://novel.audio The Dressing Room is recorded at https://www.thedeanstreetpodcast.studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
S2 · E44 · 23 Jun 2026 · 16 min
First World Cup Memories.
What’s your first World Cup Memory? Joe, Carlton and Wayne head back in time to Italia 90, USA '94 and France '98 to relive David Platt’s volley, Gazza’s tears, Roger Milla’s dancing, Baggio’s penalty miss and playing with and against France’s World Cup winners. Plus how did Joe annoy his neighbours and there’s an idea for a new quiz. [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/dressingroompod 📱 Follow Us On Socials: TikTok: / dressingroompodcast Instagram: / dressingroompodcast X: https://x.com/dressingroomaa For more from…
S2 · E43 · 16 Jun 2026 · 18 min
Can England Win the World Cup?
After 60 years of hurt is football coming home in 2026? On the eve of their first match against Croatia - Joe, Carlton and Wayne are joined by Dave from ‘The Secret Scout’ to assess the 3 Lions chances of going all the way. Are they too reliant on Harry Kane, is the defence strong enough and has Tuchel made a mistake in leaving Palmer and Foden back home? Plus Panama Facts from Joe, England’s possible route to the final and Bridgey has a hilarious story about a blood test [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast:…
S2 · E42 · 9 Jun 2026 · 30 min
World Cup Preview 1 - Main Contenders and Under the Radar Players.
Joe, Carlton and Wayne are joined by Dave from ’The Secret Scout’ for the first of our World Cup Previews. On this episode we look at the favourites to claim the trophy plus Dave highlights some of the ‘under the radar players’ to look out for and who might make the Headlines this summer. Plus Joe makes a shocking prediction about Spain, Bridgey outlines the teams he’s looking forward to watching and Carlton gets a tip from a very unusual source! Next Week we have a special episode looking at England’s chances of ending 60 years of hurt. [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here:…
S2 · E41 · 2 Jun 2026 · 55 min
PSG Win, Slot Gone and End of Season Awards.
Full review and analysis of the Champions League Final as PSG claimed back to back titles. Plus Joe’s trip to Budapest, props to Luis Enrique, the art of the penalty shoot out, who should Arsenal sign and the genius of Doue. Also now Arne Slot has gone who should take over at Liverpool and Joe makes a shock prediction. And as the season comes to an end it’s time for our Alternative Awards. [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/dressingroompod 📱 Follow Us On Socials: TikTok: / dressingroompodcast Instagram: /…
S2 · E40 · 27 May 2026 · 53 min
PL Review, England Squad and Goodbye to Pep.
So that was the 25/26 Premier League season. Fair play to Arsenal - even Bridgey’s applauding and praising them! What next for West Ham, how close was Jose Mourinho to joining them and could he have preserved their PL status? It’s Goodbye to Pep - but did he change English football for the better? Plus Spygate - Carlton has the inside scoop on what ACTUALLY happened, The England World Cup Squad, what next for Spurs and can Arsenal do the double and claim the Champions League? [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast:…
S2 · E39 · 19 May 2026 · 1 hr
Alonso to Chelsea, Salah v Slot and catching up with Pep.
Big names, Big moves and Big Questions - Will Xabi Alonso be given the freedom to try and bring back the glory days to Chelsea? Can Jose Mourinho bring harmony and success to Real Madrid? And did Pep Guardiola give Joe a hint about his future plans? Plus on Carlton’s quiz we look back at ‘Last Day Dramas’, Fashion advice from Wayne Rooney, Salah v Slot and Twitter Fines [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/dressingroompod 📱 Follow Us On Socials: TikTok: / dressingroompodcast Instagram: / dressingroompodcast X:…
S2 · E38 · 12 May 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
VAR Controversy, Joe for President and the Best Ever Captains.
The Biggest VAR Call in Premier League History - but did they get it right or is VAR for the bin? Also what’s the secret to Brighton, Brentford and Bournemouth’s success, is Arne Slot under pressure at Liverpool and Joe is getting all romantic about the FA Cup Final. Carlton’s got his golden jacket on again so that must mean he’s back with another quiz and this one is a bit spicy, Joe for President, Gazza the Great and who were the best captains the boys ever played with? Get in touch: [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast:…
S2 · E37 · 6 May 2026 · 59 min
Drama in the Title Race, Spurs' Revival Continues and Carlton’s Quiz Time!
Is the Title now Arsenal’s or will there be another twist? In the battle to stay in the Premier League West Ham suffer a set back while Spurs’ revival continues - we assess the impact of De Zerbi and how he's turned the club around. Also when is offside not offside, the genius of Doku, do Managerial Friendships have any impact on matches, how does fatigue take it’s toll on players and motivational tips from Harry Redknapp. And….get your answers ready, it’s time for Carlton Cole the Quiz Master! [email protected] ✅ Subscribe Here: @dressingroompod 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast:…
S2 · E36 · 28 Apr 2026 · 1 hr
Semi Final Fun, The Dark Arts, Relegation Madness and lots of Liams!
The Boys headed to Wembley for ’The Wayne Bridge Derby’ on Saturday and a day/night with Liam Gallagher of Oasis and Liam Howlett of The Prodigy - it’s fair to say it was a big one! Plus Chelsea made the FA Cup Final - but what next for The Blues? The relegation battle continues to enthrall - mainly for neutrals - but can Carlton survive another month of it??!! Also an insight into ’The Dark Arts’ of Football, what happens when a manager loses the Dressing Room and tales of the ‘walk of shame’ after getting sent off. And there’s praise for Arsenal, a look at how Cesc Fabregas went from…
S2 · E35 · 21 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
City Joy, Positives for Spurs and the Day Roman paid Joe a visit.
All the gang are back as City close the gap with Arsenal thanks to a 2-1 win at The Etihad - but is the Premier League title race really over? Plus has De Zerbi shown he can save Spurs, what next for Chelsea and should Max Dowman go to the World Cup….it’s fair to say Bridgey and Carlton strongly disagree! Also what happened when Roman Abramovich helicoptered in to the training ground to give the Chelsea players his opinion on how they were playing!?!?!? Carlton has tales from his ‘away day’ in Bangkok, Bridgey’s been getting a history lesson, FA Cup Semi Final Preview and everything you…
S2 · E34 · 14 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
Eidur Gudjohnsen Special. Plus is it now City’s Title and why no new manager bounce for Spurs?
Carlton’s on another of his ‘Away Days’ so we’re joined by one of Chelsea’s all-time Greats - Eidur Gudjohnsen. He tells us about his early career, including coming on as a sub in an Iceland game for his Dad, plus winning with Chelsea, playing with some of the legends of the game - Ronaldo, Messi, Ronaldinho to name but a few - and revealing his favourite matches, goals and strike partners. Plus he joins in with Joe and Bridgey to look back at a massive weekend in the Premier League - can Arsenal recover or it it now City’s title, why did Spurs not benefit from ’new manager bounce’, who are…
S2 · E33 · 8 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
Are Arsenal Wobbling, What’s next for Slot and What happens when players and managers fall out?
Wayne (and his dad) is very happy after Saints stun Arsenal in the FA Cup, so are The Gunners about to bottle it again and what advice would the guys give to Arteta? Plus are Liverpool in crisis and is a management change likely, what REALLY happens when managers and players don’t see eye to eye, can West Ham turn FA Cup disappointment into league form and - somewhat randomly - the guys discover benefits of ‘Hot Yoga. Also as it’s the eve of The Masters, and as the lads love their golf, they follow in Rory McIlroy’s footsteps and choose their ‘Champions Meals’. Which menu do you prefer? A…
S2 · E32 · 31 Mar 2026 · 58 min
England XI’s, Wayne’s Hair and Who should get the Spurs job?
What next for Spurs, who should be the new manager and how can they avoid relegation? Plus Joe, Carlton and Wayne put themselves in Thomas Tuchel’s shoes and pick their starting XIs for England's opening World Cup game v Croatia in June - who gets the nod, who’s sat on the bench and who is Carlton’s ‘leftfield’ pick? Also Wayne’s had his hair done (Joe is jealous!), how can Ben White make it up with England Fans and who’s the best manager to have in a relegation scrap? And extraordinary tales of when ‘Team Bonding’ goes wrong! The ‘Dressing Room - Football without the Filter' Follow Us On…
S2 · E31 · 24 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
City Cup Triumph, More Woe for Spurs and hanging out with Oasis.
Confession time - the lads are a little ‘jaded’ on this week’s podcast after spending the day (and night) hanging out with Noel and Liam Gallagher at the Carabao Cup Final. Despite this, a full analysis of the Final and what impact the result might have on the Premier League Title Race. Plus do Spurs ‘stick or twist’ on Igor Tudor after another loss and could Everton sneak a Champions League place? Also - memories of first England call ups -which includes a nightmare round of Golf for Joe, where next for Chelsea and should Trent Alexander-Arnold be in the England squad? And in light of the…
S2 · E30 · 17 Mar 2026 · 55 min
Joy at Arsenal, European Woes and Carlton takes a trip to Cheltenham.
Is the Premier League Title Race over and just how good is Max Dowman? Joe, Carlton and Wayne assess what could be a decisive weekend in the the race to be Champions, while at the bottom things are ‘as you were’ after Spurs, West Ham, Forest and Leeds all picked up a point - but who will be the happiest? Elsewhere Chelsea are caught in a muddle with a huddle and in Europe English clubs struggle. Carlton has a different ‘Away Day’ this week as he swaps football for horses with a day out at Cheltenham…once he eventually worked out how to get there! Also do Chelsea have a plan, is the Premier…
S2 · E29 · 10 Mar 2026 · 50 min
FA Cup Drama, Relegation Predictions & Joe Meets Prince William in His Pants
The boys are back and on great form as they look back at a wonderful weekend of FA Cup football. There’s more VAR mayhem, Port Vale provide a great ‘Cupset’ and did Fulham miss a fantastic opportunity to go further in the cup? Plus, Joe was pitch side for Wrexham vs Chelsea and gives his take on a gripping match. Bridgey’s happy following a win for Southampton but what next for Eddie Howe and Newcastle United? Away from the FA Cup, we’re getting our crystal balls out to try and predict who’s getting relegated from the Premier League - and there’s a forfeit riding on it! Carlton’s been on…

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Publisher: Novel
Language: English
Category: Sport
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 55 min
Latest episode: 13 Oct 2026
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