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 ...
This week we are looking at how positions and roles on the pitch have changed over the past five years.
For example, what do No.8s do differently now and how have the No.9s responsibilities changed?
Host: Michael Bailey
With: Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme
Producer: Mike Stavrou
Building the ideal modern day centre-back: https://pod.fo/e/2ac7edÂ
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53:28
How data and AI is shaping football
We have a special guest with us - Paul Power from sports data company, SkillCorner, joins us to chat about how clubs really use data in recruitment and analysis
Plus… what the future could hold in terms of football’s relationship with AI?
Host: Michael Bailey
With: Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Paul Power
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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51:22
Building the ideal modern day centre-back
This week we’re diving into the world of centre-backs!Â
What traits do they need in today’s game, what does a good partnership now look like… and how has the role changed?
Host: Michael Bailey
With: Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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50:23
Which January signing will have the biggest impact?
This week we are analysing the winter transfer window signings who could have a big, tactical impact on their clubs over the rest of this season and beyond.
We go for some obvious ones — but we’ll also talk about moves you may have missed!Â
Host: Michael Bailey
With: Mark Carey, Liam Tharme, Thom Harris and Michael Cox
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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45:15
Premier League analysed: A stat for every club
This week we are bringing you a Tactics staple - a key statistic for every team in the Premier League.Â
From Liverpool’s direct attacks to Crystal Palace’s runs in behind - we have you covered.Â
Host: Michael Bailey
With: Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme
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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