Pattern Play

Tim Geschwindt

Pattern Play is your twice-weekly dose of Premier League chaos, comedy, and  analysis. Hosted by Tim Geschwindt and a rotating squad of football-mad contributors – including Linde Sibanda, Chervon Chetty, Jude van Wyk, Matthew Mashiane, Balin Benissan, and Sal Abrahams – we bring you gameweek breakdowns, Fantasy Premier League rants, headlines worth debating, previews worth arguing over, and games worth losing friends over. From Arsenal meltdowns to United delusions, Chelsea chaos to Liverpool false dawns, Pattern Play is your go-to football fix that’s fun, structured, and accessible – whether you're a casual fan or a tactics nerd. New episodes drop every Monday and Thursday evening. Come for the banter, stay for the insight.

  1. Episode 23 - Villa & City Surge, Utd & Arsenal Struggle

    19 DEC

    Episode 23 - Villa & City Surge, Utd & Arsenal Struggle

    Premier League Madness: Rising Stars, Falling Giants, and Unpredictable Outcomes In this episode, Balin and Linde return to delve into a thrilling week of Premier League action. They discuss stock risers like Harry Wilson and Aston Villa, the resurgence of Manchester City led by Erling Haaland, and scrutinize teams and players whose form is slipping, including Newcastle, Spurs, and even Arsenal. From tactical analysis to off-pitch controversies, this episode has it all. Tune in to hear their predictions for the upcoming games and heated debates on team performances. 00:00 Welcome and Premier League Kickoff Recap 00:55 Stocks Rising: Players and Teams on the Rise 02:49 Erling Haaland: A Striker Like No Other 05:31 Liverpool's Steady Comeback 07:16 Manchester United's Midfield Woes 12:03 Player Power and Club Hierarchies 14:21 Stocks Falling: Disappointments of the Week 16:57 Intense Matches and Team Performance 17:26 Sunderland's Preparedness and Newcastle's Struggles 18:33 Arsenal's Confidence and Challenges 23:27 Manchester United's Performance and Squad Rotation 27:55 Predictions for Upcoming Matches 32:09 Concluding Thoughts and Weekend Hopes Liked todays episode? Feel free to drop a comment and share wide with the football community. Listen to the pod on your favourite platform Have a question or just want to share your thoughts? Join our Whatsapp community. Compete in the Pattern Play fantasy league for a decent cash prize. Code: s0ozjy

    33 min
  2. Episode 20: Big 6 Season Rankings, GW 12 Preview & Underdogs at the World Cup

    22 NOV

    Episode 20: Big 6 Season Rankings, GW 12 Preview & Underdogs at the World Cup

    Welcome back to the Pattern Play Podcast! In this episode, the hosts reunite after an international break to discuss everything from football highlights to Premier League predictions. We reflect on our favorite moments from the Scotland-Denmark game, share thoughts on various clubs' performances, and provide ratings for Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Man United, and Spurs so far this season. Plus, we dive into our predictions for the upcoming weekend fixtures including Arsenal vs. Spurs and Newcastle vs. Man City. Don't miss out on this extensive football chat filled with insights, predictions, and fun moments! 00:01:09 International Break Highlights 00:03:00 Scotland's Memorable Moments 00:07:38 World Cup Excitement and Surprises 00:11:04 Bafana Bafana and International Friendlies 00:15:08 Memories from the 2010 World Cup 00:17:45 State of the Nation: Big Six Review 00:29:56 Chelsea's Performance and Expectations 00:32:09 Chelsea's Entertainment Factor 00:38:04 Liverpool's Season Review 00:48:11 Manchester United's Mid-Season Assessment 00:52:00 Tottenham Hotspur's Struggles and Injuries 00:54:59 Weekend Predictions and Wrap-Up Liked todays episode? Feel free to drop a comment and share wide with the football community. Listen to the pod on your favourite platform Have a question or just want to share your thoughts? Join our Whatsapp community. Compete in the Pattern Play fantasy league for a decent cash prize. Code: s0ozjy

    1h 1m
  3. Episode 19 - Chris Forest debut ahead of HUGE Man City vs Liverpool game!

    6 NOV

    Episode 19 - Chris Forest debut ahead of HUGE Man City vs Liverpool game!

    Join us for an emotional and fun 19th episode of the Pattern Play podcast as we dedicate this week's discussion to Von's cousin, Sumeshni. We also introduce a new face, Chris, a die-hard Liverpool fan and comedian. This week, we dive into stocks rising and falling in the football world, delve into key matchups like City vs. Liverpool and Man United vs. Spurs, and discuss the ever-changing dynamics of the Premier League. Tune in for heartfelt moments, football banter, and passionate debates. Don't miss out on the insights and laughs! 00:00 Introduction and Dedication 01:10 Welcome Chris to the Podcast 02:04 Football Banter and Liverpool's Performance 03:05 Stocks Rising: Liverpool and More 12:17 Stocks Falling: Critiques and Concerns 21:05 Upcoming Matches and Predictions 23:00 Reflecting on Past Matches and Current Confidence 23:39 Premier League Player of the Month Speculations 24:09 Match Predictions and Player Performances 24:24 Discussion on United vs Spurs 27:40 Arsenal vs Sunderland: Expectations and Challenges 34:07 Chelsea vs Wolves: A Brief Overview 35:57 City vs Liverpool: The Big Game 44:56 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts Liked todays episode? Feel free to drop a comment and share wide with the football community. Listen to the pod on your favourite platform Have a question or just want to share your thoughts? Join our Whatsapp community. Compete in the Pattern Play fantasy league for a decent cash prize. Code: s0ozjy

    46 min
  4. Episode 18 - From the Bottom to the Top: Promoted Teams Shine, Giants Stumble

    28 OCT

    Episode 18 - From the Bottom to the Top: Promoted Teams Shine, Giants Stumble

    Join Tim, Balin, and Jude for a jam-packed episode of Pattern Play! This week, the crew dives into the wild swings of the Premier League: Manchester United’s resurgence, Chelsea’s ongoing struggles, Liverpool’s tactical woes, and the surprising rise of promoted teams. Plus, tactical breakdowns, underdog stories, and a fun “Guess the Player” game to wrap things up. Key Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction & Episode Overview0:58 – Stocks Rising: Manchester United’s Comeback and Promoted Teams’ Big Wins4:12 – Stocks Falling: Liverpool’s Tactical Issues & Slot’s Struggles7:54 – Chelsea’s Struggles and Tactical Missteps13:49 – Liverpool’s Decline and the Need for Adaptation21:16 – Arsenal’s Set Piece Strategy22:01 – Defensive Strengths and Weaknesses Across the League27:52 – Upcoming Fixtures & Title Hopes29:10 – Man United’s Recent Form and What’s Changed34:00 – City’s Reliance on Key Players36:20 – Bournemouth’s Surprising Performance37:52 – Guess the Player Game39:38 – Closing Remarks & Upcoming PreviewDon’t miss this week’s deep dives, hot takes, and plenty of laughs as the team breaks down all the action! Liked todays episode? Feel free to drop a comment and share wide with the football community. Listen to the pod on your favourite platform Have a question or just want to share your thoughts? Join our Whatsapp community. Compete in the Pattern Play fantasy league for a decent cash prize. Code: s0ozjy

    40 min
  5. Episode 17 - English Clubs Run Riot in the Champion's League Ahead of a Big Weekend

    24 OCT

    Episode 17 - English Clubs Run Riot in the Champion's League Ahead of a Big Weekend

    Join Tim, Linde, and Jude as they break down a wild week in European football! From Chelsea’s teenage goal-scorers to Arsenal’s statement win, the crew covers all the Champions League drama, Premier League predictions, and Fantasy Premier League dilemmas. Expect plenty of banter, bold takes, and a few classic football debates. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro & catching up with the hosts0:50 – Chelsea’s 5-1 demolition of Ajax: teenage scorers & key moments2:20 – The fall of Ajax and the state of European giants4:42 – Arsenal’s big win, defensive solidity, and Champions League chances7:32 – Liverpool’s form, Frankfurt analysis, and FPL frustrations12:44 – Haaland’s scoring streak & Man City’s dominance13:28 – Premier League weekend preview: Villa vs City, Arsenal vs Palace, and more21:01 – Brighton’s giant-killing, Man United’s unpredictability22:54 – Chelsea vs Sunderland: bogey teams and tactical talk26:04 – Liverpool vs Brentford, Newcastle vs Fulham, and other fixtures34:50 – FPL captain picks, betting chat, and closing banter37:21 – Game of the week: football trivia and classic player mix-upsWhether you’re here for the analysis, the laughs, or the FPL tips, this episode has you covered! Liked todays episode? Feel free to drop a comment and share wide with the football community. Listen to the pod on your favourite platform Have a question or just want to share your thoughts? Join our Whatsapp community. Compete in the Pattern Play fantasy league for a decent cash prize. Code: s0ozjy

    39 min

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
6 Ratings

About

Pattern Play is your twice-weekly dose of Premier League chaos, comedy, and  analysis. Hosted by Tim Geschwindt and a rotating squad of football-mad contributors – including Linde Sibanda, Chervon Chetty, Jude van Wyk, Matthew Mashiane, Balin Benissan, and Sal Abrahams – we bring you gameweek breakdowns, Fantasy Premier League rants, headlines worth debating, previews worth arguing over, and games worth losing friends over. From Arsenal meltdowns to United delusions, Chelsea chaos to Liverpool false dawns, Pattern Play is your go-to football fix that’s fun, structured, and accessible – whether you're a casual fan or a tactics nerd. New episodes drop every Monday and Thursday evening. Come for the banter, stay for the insight.