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The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast

The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast

By: The Athletic
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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.

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2019 - The Athletic
Episodes
  • Underrated Premier League players & formation changes

    Underrated Premier League players & formation changes
    Dec 24 2025

    This week — we’re opening our festive mailbag!


    We discuss the Christmas tree formation, teams who should change systems, basketball-style substitutions and more.


    Host: Michael Bailey

    With: Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme

    Producer: Mike Stavrou

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    29 mins
  • Who has the most settled squad in the Premier League?

    Who has the most settled squad in the Premier League?
    Dec 18 2025

    This week — we’re talking the tactics of squad rotation…


    Who are the most and least stable Premier League clubs in how they use their players?


    And does stability equal success?


    Host: Michael Bailey

    With: Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme

    Producer: Mike Stavrou

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    28 mins
  • Has Salah actually declined?

    Has Salah actually declined?
    Dec 11 2025

    This week — we’re talking about the tactics surrounding player power.


    Can stars be given total freedom, or is the collective more important?


    Host: Michael Bailey

    With: Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme

    Producer: Mike Stavrou

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    36 mins
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