#126 The Hard Work Starts Now

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Cal & Jack break down West Ham's first public preseason game of the 2026-27 season, a 1-1 draw with Southend United, and the confirmation that Jarrod Bowen is staying at the club. They discuss what our expectations are for Bowen this season, Keiber Lamadrid's surprise standout performance at Roots Hall, George Earthy's potential future and much more.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(01:34) Our thoughts on the World Cup final & Spain's tournament

(07:05) Can anyone stop Spain?

(10:56) Jarrod Bowen announces he's staying at West Ham

(14:20) Does this confirm Bowen's legend status?

(15:30) What are our expectations for Bowen in the Championship?

(21:41) Southend 1-1 West Ham review

(23:42) How much can you read into preseason friendlies?

(24:55) Takeaways: Keiber Lamadrid, Taty Castellanos & Pablo

(28:01) Our thoughts on George Earthy's performance & future

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