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Football Weekly discusses Manchester City’s derby win, Arsenal’s strength, and Postecoglou’s Forest defeat. They also cover Liverpool’s late win, Woltemade’s debut goal, Bournemouth’s form, and answer listener questions. The panel includes Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen, and Jonathan Wilson.
The latest episode of Football Weekly dives deep into the Premier League action following the international break. Max Rushden, alongside Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen, and Jonathan Wilson, dissects the key talking points, offering insightful analysis and spirited debate.
The Manchester derby took center stage, with Manchester City asserting their dominance at the Etihad Stadium. The panel lauded City's comprehensive performance, highlighting Phil Foden’s exceptional form as a major positive for the Sky Blues. In contrast, Manchester United's struggles continue to plague them, raising questions about Ruben Amorim's ability to turn things around. The discussion revolves around the tactical deficiencies and mental fragility hindering United's progress.
Arsenal's impressive display against Nottingham Forest also came under scrutiny, with the Gunners showcasing their squad depth and attacking prowess. Ange Postecoglou's start to his Nottingham Forest tenure was met with a tough defeat in North London, signaling the challenges ahead for the new manager. The panel discusses Arsenal's tactical fluidity and the impact of their summer signings, contrasting it with Forest's rebuilding phase.
West Ham's difficult start to the season continued as they succumbed to a comfortable defeat against Spurs. Graham Potter faces mounting pressure as West Ham struggles to find consistency and identity. The resurgence of long throws as a tactical weapon added an intriguing dimension to the analysis, prompting a discussion about their effectiveness in modern football. The panel debates whether long throws represent a genuine tactical innovation or a regression to more primitive methods.
Liverpool's narrow victory, secured by a late handball decision, sparked debate about the application of VAR and the interpretation of handball rules. The contentious nature of the decision fueled passionate arguments among the panel members, highlighting the ongoing challenges in achieving fairness and consistency in officiating. Newcastle's Nick Woltemade's debut goal provided a moment of optimism for the Magpies, while Bournemouth's resurgence continued with another victory, suggesting a turnaround in their fortunes. The panel addressed listener questions, offering their expert opinions on a wide range of topics, from transfer rumors to managerial appointments.
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The podcast is presented by Max Rushden with Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Jonathan Wilson and Produced by Joel Grove and our executive producer is Danielle Stephens. Rate, review, share on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Audioboom, Mixcloud, Acast and Stitcher, and join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter and email.