Hosted by Michael Bailey, revered football tactics writer Michael Cox is joined by more of The Athletic's brightest tactics and data analytics writers to break ...
It’s Liverpool against Manchester City at Anfield in the Premier League this weekend — and given what these two clubs have been up to recently, there’s plenty to dissect, on the present and what we may get down the road.
Host: Michael Bailey
With: Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Thom Harris
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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44:33
How do teams cope without their star players?
In light of Manchester City’s attempts to cope without Ballon d’Or winner Rodri, and Arsenal’s struggles without their captain Martin Odegaard, we’re asking — how do teams cope without their star players?
Host: Michael Bailey
With: Liam Tharme, Thom Harris, Art de Roché
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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44:12
Back Three Formations
In this episode, we talk about back three formations.
Ruben Amorim loves them, and he’ll be the boss at Manchester United from next week.
And Simone Inzaghi’s Internazionale, also featuring a back three, beat Arsenal this week, had already drawn with Man City; and are yet to concede a Champions League goal.
So are back threes back? Or is this just a brief moment back in the sun?
And can Manchester United’s current squad adapt to Amorim’s favoured formation?
Host: Michael Bailey
With: Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme.
Producer: Steve Hankey.
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47:56
Hansi Flick’s brave Barcelona
This week, we’re focusing on Barcelona after an incredible pair of results for Hansi Flick’s side.
Barcelona’s 4-0 win over Real Madrid in El Clasico came just three days after their 4-1 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Not bad!
So, how has Hansi Flick done it? Let’s find out!
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Thom Harris
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Have Liverpool evolved under Arne Slot?
This week, we’re focusing on Liverpool and their almost perfect start under new manager Arne Slot.
It’s been a record-busting beginning for Liverpool… so how has the transition from legendary manager Jurgen Klopp gone so smoothly at Anfield, and what are the challenges that now lie ahead for Slot?
Host: Michael Bailey
With: Mark Carey, Liam Tharme and Thom Harris
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Hosted by Michael Bailey, revered football tactics writer Michael Cox is joined by more of The Athletic's brightest tactics and data analytics writers to break down the tactical and technical details behind the biggest footballing stories each week - assessing the latest trends, systems, players, managers and all manner of statistics in order to give you a deeper understanding of the game.
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