Pulisic & Weah Clap Back at Critics – But Is It Fair?
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Christian Polanco and Stefano Fusaro preview the Premier League season ahead of the 2025–26 opening weekend. They share their title favorites along with a full set of season predictions, including Player of the Season, best transfer, and relegation picks.
Then, they react to Christian Pulisic and Tim Weah's response to the criticism they've faced this summer. Was their clapback warranted—or are they being overly sensitive?
Finally, Christian and Stefano bring back Rápido Reactions, breaking down the latest global football news—including a surprising hidden skill from Benjamin Šeško.
(5:45) – Who will be crowned Premier League Champion?
(13:00) – Predicting FA Cup & Carabao Cup predictions
(18:00) – Premier League predictions: player of the season, relegation & more
(33:00) – Pulisic and Weah clap back at critics: warranted or soft?
(44:30) – Rápido Reactions: Gigi Donnarumma, Benjamin Šeško & more
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