The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast

The Athletic

Hosted by Michael Bailey, revered football tactics writer Michael Cox is joined by Mark Carey, Liam Tharme and more of The Athletic's brightest tactics and data department 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 9/06

    Canada at the World Cup: Can their tactics spring a surprise?

    We’re bringing you a special episode of the podcast this week - it’s time to talk World Cup tactics. We’ll dive into international tournament prep, opposition analysis and much more! With a very special guest - assistant coach of the Canada men’s national team, Ewan Sharp. Host: Michael Bailey Guests: Joshua Kloke, Liam Tharme & Ewan Sharp Producer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

  2. 4/06

    The World Cup's most tactically interesting teams

    With the World Cup right around the corner, we’re discussing the most tactically interesting teams at this summer’s tournament. Plus, we’ll assess how the favourites are looking — and… how to build a successful World Cup squad. Host: Michael Bailey Guests: Michael Cox, Conor O’Neill & Liam Tharme Producer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min

  3. 28/05

    2025/26 Tactical learnings & set piece takeaways

    What can we learn from the tactics employed in 2025/26? Are we too reliant on set pieces (even employing MMA fighters to help!) and how will that shape recruitment this summer? Plus what makes the ‘perfect ball’ and we look ahead to the Champions League final. Host: Michael Bailey With: Michael Cox & Liam Tharme Producer: Si Watts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min

  4. 21/05

    How Pep Guardiola transformed the Premier League

    Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City this summer after 10 trophy-laden years. So how did he change the landscape of Premier League tactics?  And what comes next for Man City? Host: Michael Bailey Guests: Michael Cox, Mark Carey & Thom Harris Producer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min

  5. 14/05

    Alternative Team of the Season

    It’s that time of the year, already — our very special alternative Premier League Team of the Season. Who has impressed us from the sides in the bottom half of the table? Host: Michael Bailey Guests: Michael Cox, Mark Carey & Liam Tharme Producer: Mike Stavrou, Simon Watts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min

  6. 7/05

    PSG’s brilliance & Arsenal’s immense defence

    This week, we’re reviewing a compelling set of Champions League semi-finals. From Arsenal’s defensive solidity, to the most complete side in Europe, Paris Saint-Germain.  Host: Michael Bailey Guests: Michael Cox, Mark Carey & Liam Tharme Producer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min

  7. 30/04

    Where have all the goalscorers gone?

    With only five players across Europe’s top five leagues on 20 goals or more. Today we’re asking: where have all the goalscorers gone? Host: Michael Bailey Guests: Michael Cox, Mark Carey & Liam Tharme Producer: Mike Stavrou, Si Watts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

  8. 23/04

    Bruno Fernandes: Creative genius

    Bruno Fernandes is on the cusp of breaking the Premier League record for most assists in a single season.  So why hasn’t the record been beaten in more than 20 years? And what’s the secret behind Fernandes’ creative genius? Host: Michael Bailey Guests: Michael Cox & Mark Carey  Producer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
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Hosted by Michael Bailey, revered football tactics writer Michael Cox is joined by Mark Carey, Liam Tharme and more of The Athletic's brightest tactics and data department 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Canal
    The Athletic
  • Autoria
    The Athletic
  • Anos em atividade
    2019 - 2026
  • Episódios
    327
  • Classificação
    Para todos
  • Copyright
    © 2019 - The Athletic
  • Site do programa
    The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast
  • Fornecedor
    The Athletic Media Company

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