Kings of Anglia - Ipswich Town podcast from the EADT and Ipswich Star

Ross Halls is joined by Keiran Newsberry and Kallum Brisset to discuss all things Ipswich Town.

The boys start by talking about the standout moment from the 5-0 win over Sheffield United, first impressions on the debutant and favourite Town games ever. 

They also pick their one word to sum up the opening five games and share their predictions for the Blackburn trip. Plus the latest edition of The Strike! 

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Ross Halls and Tom Cann are back with our Ipswich Town Women's podcast after the opening two WSL 2 games.

The duo discuss the talking points from the opening defeats to Southampton and Nottingham Forest in the second tier.

They chat about the step up, early impressions on new signings, thoughts on the new home in Colchester and much more.

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Ross Halls is joined by Stuart Watson and Alex Jones to discuss Ipswich Town’s 5-0 win against Sheffield United.

The boys discuss the match, focusing on Jaden Philogene’s hat-trick, which capped off a fabulous night under the lights at Portman Road.

Then it’s onto the other stand-outs from a dazzling display in Suffolk - Azor Matusiwa, Marcelino Nunez and Darnell Furlong, among others.

There’s also a chat about the Blues’ first five games, while Stu quizzes Ross on previous hat-trick heroes.

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Ross Halls was joined by Tom Baines and Harvey Davies to discuss all things Ipswich Town.

The boys start by predicting the games in September, chat about the poor form at Portman Road, potential starting XI going forward and finish with another addition of The Strike!

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Alex Jones, Ross Halls and Mark Heath are back to discuss all things Ipswich Town on the latest KOA podcast.

We start with a review of Town Women’s historic first WSL 2 game, and lament an international break injury to Sammie Szmodics.

Then it’s onto a big old dollop of Mailbag from across three different social media platforms, because we’re so cool and relevant.

We cover topics including the ‘time to gel’ argument, how much patience the owners will have - and our dream taps in a perfect pub.

We finish wit...

Ross Halls and Tom Cann are back with our Ipswich Town Women's podcast as they look ahead to big kick-off in the WSL 2.

The duo look ahead to Joe Sheehan's side debut season in the second tier as they predict who’s going to be Town’s leading scorer, MVP, surprise package and more - plus the big one, where Town will finish.

There’s still time for a look ahead to the season opener at Southampton, squad numbers and predicting the starting XI.

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Ross Halls was joined by Tom Baines and Harvey Davies to discuss all things Ipswich Town.

The boys chat about the summer transfer window, saddest departure, best signing, reflect on the winless start and finish with another addition of The Strike!

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Alex Jones, Ross Halls and Mark Heath are back with a post transfer deadline part two of today’s double dollop of KOA.

The boys reflect on a day of departures - including the unexpected Conor Chaplin farewell - and assess the 11 new faces that have come through the door.

We tackle the BIG question too - has there been too much change this summer?

Then we finish by rating Town’s window out of 10.

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Alex Jones, Ross Halls and Mark Heath are back to discuss all things Ipswich Town on transfer deadline day.

The trio kick off part one of today’s double dollop of KOA by reflecting on last week’s eye-catching and exciting quadruple capture and consider what the foursome will bring to the Blues.

Then it’s on to the grimly compelling 2-2 draw with the Rams and a whole host of talking points, from the George Hirst penalty which wasn’t to Lewis Travis escaping a red card for almost putting his foot through Jens Cajuste.

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Ross Halls and Stuart Watson are back to discuss all things Ipswich Town ahead of this weekend’s home clash with Derby County.

The boys start with some sexy stuff, with the shocking news that Norwich City midfielder Marcelino Nunez is set to join Town. 

There’s a chat around another potential signing in Darnell Furlong from West Brom and the state of play at Town ahead of transfer deadline day. 

Then it’s onto looking ahead to the Rams visit to Portman Road and much more.

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Alex Jones, Ross Halls and Mark Heath are back to discuss all things Ipswich Town after their deflating defeat 1-0 defeat at Preston.

The boys reflect briefly on the Preston loss, before moving on to tackle some recurring themes around Town.

We hear from Kieran McKenna about building a new team and share our thoughts on that, plus Town’s lack of goals and set piece struggles.

We also debate Conor Chaplin’s role, and ponder if it’s time to unleash Jack Clarke back on the left with the brief he had at Sunder...

Alex Jones, Ross Halls and Mark Heath are back to discuss all things Ipswich Town ahead of this weekend’s trip to Preston.

The boys start with some sexy stuff, which rapidly gets sexier as Kasey McAteer signs live on the pod.

There’s a chat around another looming sad departure too, with Luke Woolfenden heading for the exit door and a link to a potential Uruguayan replacement.

Then it’s onto a chat around yesterday’s pressers and KMac’s very honest insight on this transfer window, before we finish by trying to predict th...

Ross Halls and Tom Cann are back with our Ipswich Town Women's podcast as they discuss the latest news.

The duo chat about pre-season for Joe Sheehan's side and five new signings in Ruby Doe, Bethan Roe, Jenna Dear, Grave Neville and Sophie Baigent.

Plus share their thoughts a tough draw in the Subway Women's League Cup, season ticket details and looking ahead to the WSL 2 season. 

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Alex Jones and Mark Heath are back to discuss Ipswich Town’s 1-1 draw with Southampton on the latest KOA podcast.

The duo chat about Town’s flying start and subsequent drop in intensity, Azor Matusiwa’s battle with Adam Armstrong and Jaden Philogene’s encouraging display.

There’s a debate around Sammie Szmodics and the No.10 position too, plus a warm
welcome back for Jens Cajuste.

Then it’s onto not so sexy stuff as Omari and Broady depart, plus we learn a Spanish striker won’t be signing - but a €20m Norwegian wing...

Stuart Watson and Mark Heath return with a midweek KOA pod in the wake of Ipswich Town’s grimly predictable cup exit at the hands of Bromley.

The boys discuss the game, highlight players who impressed and who didn’t, and ponder the future for Ali Al-Hamadi.

Then it’s on to the latest in the Omari Hutchinson saga, a chat around Nathan Broadhead and reflections on the general mood around the club.

We finish with a look ahead to Southampton and discuss what sort of XI we might see on Sunday.

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Ross Halls is joined by Stuart Watson and Alex Jones to reflect on Ipswich Town’s 1-1 draw at Birmingham City.

But first, it’s a transfer update, with Jens Cajuste and Chuba Akpom both through the door, while Omari Hutchinson and Nathan Broadhead both face uncertain futures.

Then it’s onto the Championship curtain-raiser, a fiery 1-1 draw at Birmingham, with Town striking late on to earn a vital point at St. Andrew’s.

There’s also a chat around tomorrow’s Carabao Cup clash at Bromley, and we welcome new sponsors Molecular to join the...

Stuart Watson, Alex Jones, Mark Heath and Ross Halls are back with one of the biggest KOA pods of any year - our season preview!

First, the boys chat about the latest transfer news, with Chuba Akpom and Jens Cajuste on the way in and Omari Hutchinson, Nathan Broadhead and Leif Davis all being linked with moves away.

Then it’s on to the main event - our big season preview. We predict who’s going to be Town’s leading scorer, MVP, surprise package and more - plus the big one, where Town will finish.

Ross Halls is joined by Alex Jones to discuss Ipswich Town’s final pre-season friendly of the summer - a 3-0 win against Auxerre.

Sat in their hotel in France, the boys reflect on the victory against Ligue 1 opponents, with George Hirst, Jacob Greaves and Ali Al-Hamadi on the scoresheet.

Then it’s onto the the big news - two major injury blows and some significant transfer rumours, with potential incomings and departures edging closer.

There’s also a chat about the trip and pre-season as a whole, with the Championship opener away at Birmin...

Ross Halls and Tom Cann are back with our Ipswich Town Women's podcast.

The duo discuss Paige Peake and Rianna Dean signings, the 2025/26 WSL 2 fixtures and former players joining new clubs. 

Plus pre-season thoughts, England Lionesses retaining their European title at Euro 2025 and much more. 

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Ross Halls is joined by Stuart Watson and Alex Jones to reflect on Ipswich Town’s pre-season trip to Austria.

Sat in a beachside bar on the banks of the River Danube, the boys look back on yesterday’s 4-1 friendly game against Blau-Weiss Linz, picking stand-out players from the clash at the Hofmann Personal Stadion.

Then it’s onto the big stories - including Sam Morsy’s impending move to Kuwait SC and rumours linking Omari Hutchinson with a move to Premier League side Brentford.

There’s also a chat about the trio’s experience...

Stuart Watson and Mark Heath are back with a rare two man pod to discuss all things Ipswich Town as the summer hots up.

They start with the new signings - Azor Matusiwa and Cedric Kipre - and talk about where they fit in the side and what we can expect from them as players.

Then it’s onto potential moves away for super skipper Sam Morsy and Starboy Omari Hutchinson, before Stu offers his verdict on what else Town need/might do this window.

There’s a chat about the weekend’s behind closed...

Ross Halls caught up with former Ipswich Town midfielder Alan Judge to discuss his time at Portman Road and journey in football in our Kings of Anglia podcast special.

Alan spoke about a range of memories, including his early life in Ireland, coming over to England to sign for Blackburn, playing under Paul Mariner at Plymouth and nearly signing for Town under Mick McCarthy. 

The duo also discuss his spell at Brentford, injury set-backs, playing for his country and joining the Blues under Paul Lambert.

The Irishman chats about his time in Suffolk from h...

Stuart Watson, Alex Jones and Mark Heath are back to discuss all things Ipswich Town on the latest KOA pod.

We start with the biggest news of the week - the club’s search for £200m of fresh investment.

Stu breaks down the timeline and shares his understanding of what it means for all involved.

Then it’s on to sexy stuff and the latest on Cedric Kipre and the Jens Cajuste saga.
We review the new Town kits too, and finally have an actual signing to talk about!

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Alex Jones is joined by Ali Maxwell from the Not The Top 20 podcast to discuss Ipswich Town and the rest of the Championship.

Ali reflects on the 2024/25 campaign before taking a look at the Blues, analysing the squad and assessing whether or not they have what it takes to be in the promotion mix next season.

Then it’s onto the rest of the second tier. How will Leicester City and Southampton cope after relegation? Will Sheffield United be ready to go again? What about big spenders Birmingham City and Wrexham?

There’s also a ch...

Ross Halls and Tom Cann are back with our Ipswich Town Women's podcast ahead of the 2025/26 season. 

The duo discuss the retained list, Tractor Girls moving home and breaking down the WSL 2 teams. 

Plus Natasha Thomas winning her recent cap for Jamaica, a former player crossing the divide and much more. 

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Ross Halls caught up with former Ipswich Town defender Bailey Clements to discuss his time at Portman Road and journey since leaving the club in our Kings of Anglia podcast special. 

Bailey spoke about a range of memories, including getting into football, joining Town's academy aged seven, being a season ticket holder and progressing through the youth ranks. 

He chats about signing his first professional deal under Paul Hurst, making his debut under Paul Lambert, loan spells and playing under Paul Cook. 

The duo also discuss Kieran McKenna, departure from Town, reuniting with Cook at...

Ross Halls caught up with former Ipswich Town defender Bailey Clements to discuss his time at Portman Road and journey since leaving the club in our Kings of Anglia podcast special.

Bailey spoke about a range of memories, including getting into football, joining Town's academy aged seven, being a season ticket holder and progressing through the youth ranks. 

He chats about signing his first professional deal under Paul Hurst, making his debut under Paul Lambert, loan spells and playing under Paul Cook. 

The duo also discuss Kieran McKenna, departure from Town, reuniting with Cook at...

Stuart Watson, Alex Jones and Mark Heath are back to discuss all things Ipswich Town on the latest KOA podcast.

The boys chat about the new front of shirt sponsor being unveiled, plus their hopes for the new kits.

There’s a reflection on Axel Tuanzebe’s departure too, before we get into the meat of the pod - Town’s lack of signings, and whether that’s a concern.
 
We reflect on the strength of the current squad, discuss Mark Ashton’s recent comments about a shift in recruitment ethos, and throw around a few names...

Ross Halls caught up with former Ipswich Town forward Freddie Sears to discuss his time at Portman Road and journey in football in our Kings of Anglia podcast special.

Freddie spoke about a range of memories, including getting into football, scoring on his Premier League debut for West Ham and playing for his boyhood club. 

He chats about his spell at Colchester, signing for Town under Mick McCarthy, play-off heartbreak, goal droughts, relegation, ACL injury and playing under three different Paul's. 

The duo also discuss his release, returning to Colchester, dropping into non-league, next st...

Stuart Watson, Alex Jones and Mark Heath return with a rare live pod to react to Ipswich Town's fixtures being released.

The trio talk through all the key runs of games, plus the return of the East Anglian derby.

There's plenty of questions from viewers too, plus a chat around the in-demand Omari Hutchinson and Town's link to American striker Patrick Agyemang.

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Stuart Watson, Alex Jones and Mark Heath return with a marquee podcast for any summer - our big Ipswich Town squad audit.

The boys look through Town’s squad position by position, debating what they have, what they need and, ultimately, how many signings they’ll make this summer.

Stu boldly predicts where the most money will be spent, Alex draws on hours of research to offer his educated opinions - and Mark is there too.

Plus we look ahead to fixtures release day and choose who we’d like to see first up, Stu re...

Ross Halls caught up with former Ipswich Town players and new joint managers of Felixstowe & Walton United Jack and Stuart Ainsley to discuss their time at Portman Road and journey in Suffolk non-league for our Kings of Anglia podcast special.

The brothers spoke about a range of memories, including growing up together, getting into football and joining the Town academy. 

They chat about their different spells with the Blues, from Stuart's FA Youth Cup success and Jack's appearances in the first-team under Roy Keane and Paul Jewell. 

The duo also discuss their spells in no...

Ross Halls caught up with former Ipswich Town star Colin Viljoen to discuss his time at Portman Road, career as a whole and where he is now in our Kings of Anglia podcast special.

Colin spoke about a range of memories, including his early life in South Africa, joining Town, working under Bill McGarry and scoring a hat-trick on his debut. 

He chats about life in Suffolk, winning the Second Division title, relationship with Sir Bobby Robson and playing in Europe. 

The duo also discuss winning caps for England, missing out on the FA Cu...

Now that relegation has been confirmed, Alex Jones talks to football finance expert Kieran Maguire to discuss Ipswich Town’s future.

Maguire highlights the difference in revenue in the Premier League and the Championship, but shares an optimistic prediction for what next season might look like.

There’s a chat around Liam Delap, who made a £30m move to Chelsea earlier this month. Will other sales be required this summer?

Maguire also discusses the other runners and riders in the second tier, including Leicester City, Birmingham City and Wrexham.

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Alex Jones is joined by Stuart Watson to discuss the latest Ipswich Town news.

The boys start with a chat about Cameron Burgess, who departed to join Championship rivals Swansea City on a free transfer, before moving on to Axel Tuanzebe’s Turkey links.

Then there’s a rumour round-up, featuring Sammie Szmodics, Jens Cajuste and Josh Brownhill, with some key points on Brentford’s reported interest in Kieran McKenna.

Stu also asks AJ about his striker transfer targets before talking about pre-season, England Under-21’s and Chris Wilder.

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Ross Halls caught up with former Ipswich Town defender Edwin Agbaje to discuss his time at Portman Road, injuries and what's next in our Kings of Anglia podcast special.

Edwin spoke about a range of memories, including his early life in Ireland, getting into football and moving over to England at 16.

He chats about his journey at Town, reaching the FA Youth Cup semi-finals, breaking into the first-team, Kieran McKenna and winning Young Player of the Year. 

The duo also discuss his loan spells, injury set-backs, release and what's next. 

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Stuart Watson sits down with the Ipswich Town chairman to reflect on the club’s 19th place Premier League finish, what this summer could look like and his grand plan for the club.

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Ross Halls is joined by Alex Jones for the final Kings of Anglia FPL podcast of the season.

The boys look back at the final day of the season, where Ipswich Town were beaten 3-1 by West Ham United, before reflecting on the season as a whole.

Did AJ break into the top 100? How did Ross finish? Did Mark finish above Stu?

Then to finish, the joint winners of the KOA FPL league join for a special interview, sharing their thoughts, tips and tricks.

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Stuart Watson is back in the KOA host’s chair and he’s joined by Mark Heath and Ross Halls to review an extraordinary night of boxing at Portman Road as Fabio Wardley stopped Justis Huni in the tenth round of their heavyweight fight.

The trio discuss the event, go behind the scenes of covering it and chat about local wins on the undercard.

Then it’s on to the dramatic main event, with a full breakdown of the fight plus interviews with Fab, Frank Warren and Mark Ashton.

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Ross Halls caught up with former Ipswich Town midfielder Billy Clark to discuss his time at Portman Road, his career as a whole and where he is now in our latest Kings of Anglia podcast special.

Billy spoke about a range of memories, including his early life in Ipswich, getting into football and joining the Blues’ academy at the age of 10. 

He chats about breaking into the first team under Roy Keane, making his debut, further appearances, the infamous Paul Jewell spat and being released. 

The duo also discuss his journey since leaving Town for...