Do Not Scratch Your Eyes

SWANSEA CITY V WATFORD | THE OPPOSITION VIEW

Do Not Scratch Your Eyes

Show Notes

Swansea away. On a Tuesday night. Obviously. We preview another delightful dash down the M4 by speaking to Luke from Swans Cast, who appears worryingly optimistic about Swansea’s summer recruitment, their new signings and Alan Matos’ developing side. Meanwhile, we successfully establish that the transfer window definitely closes at some point. Probably.

Both sides seemingly want to press, counter quickly and preferably let the opposition have the ball, potentially creating 90 minutes of “No, after you.” We also briefly revisit the Peterborough cup debacle, question Watford’s squad depth and wonder whether Alessio Dionisi might eventually receive the centre-backs he keeps asking for. Radical recruitment strategy, admittedly.

Finally, it’s the DNSYE Completely Rubbish Prediction League, featuring predictions based on actual football knowledge, optimism and — in Backgammon FC’s case — a water bottle and a three-pin plug. Luke fancies Swansea, Justin devises a cunning plan, and absolutely nobody should consider any of this remotely useful betting advice or advice in general - especially if you are wondering what to do with a water bottle and a 3 pin plug!!

COYH!!

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