Wilson & Antonio: Can a Kid Really Play in the Prem?
The boys look ahead to re-setting in the international break. They talk about the youngest ever Premier League debutant, and give their opinion on the latest England squad.
West Ham are finding things tough, while Newcastle are the leagues draw specialists. After an interrupted Premier League schedule, Michail Antonio and Callum Wilson discuss how to use the up-coming international break to their advantage. The boys offer their thoughts on the managerial merry-go-round, which has seen Graham Potter arrive at Chelsea. And they reveal how ego’s in the dressing room could be the toughest barrier to success.
A Premier League record was broken when Ethan Nwaneri made his debut at just 15 years of age. Callum and Michail wish him all the best, but also offer up a warning – that the hardest part of being a Premier League player is becoming established.
As England prepare for the World Cup with their next round of fixtures the players give their opinions on the latest squad. And Callum reveals he stills holds out hope of ousting Ivan Toney and the other selections and staking his claim for a seat on the plane. Meanwhile Michail is looking forward to a match up against Lionel Messi’s Argentina… but can he get his hands on the legends shirt?
In footballers unfiltered we hear the boys revealing their favourite away grounds, discuss their skills on virtual football, and whether it’s ever OK to talk back to a coach and show your displeasure at a training session.
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1’00 - The boys jump straight into discussing the weekends disappointing result for West Ham, and the point for Newcastle.
13’30 – The managers merry-go-round is debated. And the players have a warning for Potter – that ego’s could test his abilities to the max.
21’30 – AN all-stars North v South game was suggested last week. Would the players be up for playing in one?
26’35 – A premier league debut for Ethan Nwaneri – at just 15. The boys discuss what his career might have in store – and the pressures of playing at a young age.
30’20 – The latest England Squad sees no surprises for Michail, but a deserved call up for Ivan Toney. The pair discuss the squad, and Callum’s hopes for forcing his way back in.
35’55 – It’s time for footballers unfiltered. And is it ever ok to talk back to a coach?