The tactical trends of 2023
In this episode, we discuss the tactical trends of 2023.The Athletic’s Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme join Ali Maxwell to explore…First up, full backs and defenders moving into midfield. Inve...
21 Des 202344min
Game changers: Do you still need a Plan B?
The Athletic's Michael Cox, Liam Tharme and Mark Carey join host Ali Maxwell to try and work out the best way to 'chase' a football match...Has modern football moved away from the stereotypical 'plan ...
14 Des 202338min
The art of taking a penalty
The Athletic's Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme join host Ali Maxwell to discuss penalties in football...Are there too many, are they too big a reward in the VAR era, or, is it in fact becoming...
7 Des 202344min
Is Bernardo Silva the best player in the Premier League?
In this episode, we discuss Michael Cox’s argument that Bernardo Silva is the best player in the Premier League.The Athletic’s Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme join Ali Maxwell to explore…First...
29 Nov 202336min
Ten Hag, Wiegman & Dutch tactical identity
Both Manchester United and England's Lionesses face a crucial fortnight ahead under their respective Dutch coaches Erik ten Hag and Sarina Wiegman.To compare and contrast their styles Ali Maxwell is j...
23 Nov 202342min
Leverkusen, Girona and surprise league leaders
A collection of Europe’s major leagues have had surprise league leaders topping the tables this season.The Athletic’s Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Thom Harris join Ali Maxwell to explore…Xabi Alonso’s ...
16 Nov 202339min
How to play with 10 (or 9) men
After Spurs and Man United suffered defeats in big games this week, where a red card (or two) was a big factor - The Athletic's Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme join host Ali Maxwell to debate ...
9 Nov 202344min
Where have all the dribblers gone?
As Michael informs us - in the beginning - the beautiful game almost completely revolved around the art of 'dribbling'.So, as football continues to evolve tactically, how and why did we reach a point ...
2 Nov 202346min
