The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast

Champions League quarter finals first leg review

Apr 11, 2024

On this football podcast, Michael Cox, Mark Carey, and Liam Tharme discuss the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals. They analyze Arsenal vs. Bayern Munich, Real Madrid vs. Man City, Barcelona vs. PSG, and Atletico Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund. They delve into tactical choices, defensive vulnerabilities, and strategic performances of the teams.

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Michael Cox

Mark Carey

Liam Tharme

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Teams like Arsenal and Bayern Munich struggled to maintain leads, hinting at tactical vulnerabilities.

Real Madrid vs. Manchester City displayed offensive prowess despite rule changes affecting gameplay.

Barcelona's strategic prowess and adaptability against PSG showcased effective offensive tactics and player versatility.

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Exciting UEFA Champions League Quarterfinals

The recent UEFA Champions League quarterfinals showcased thrilling encounters, such as Arsenal against Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid facing Dortmund. These matches displayed momentum swings, with teams like Arsenal and Bayern giving up leads. City versus Real Madrid displayed attacking football despite the absence of the away goals rule, hinting at a shift towards more conservative play in Europe.

Introduction

2min

Analysis of Removal of Away Goals Rule and Evolution of Playing Styles in Elite Football Matches

2min

Strategic Analysis of Arsenal vs. Bayern Munich Match

9min

Analyzing Sarnay's Run, Kane's Penalty, and Bayern's Performance

2min

Analyzing Football Tactics and Player Performance

6min

Defensive Struggles and Tactical Challenges

15min

Strategic Analysis of Champions League Quarter-Final Match

14min

Analyzing Griesman's Outstanding Performance and Evolution

2min

In this episode, The Athletic’s Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme join Ali Maxwell to reflect on the halfway point of the Champions League quarter finals; and what to look out for when those ties conclude next week.

First up, it’s Arsenal and Bayern Munich sharing the first leg spoils by drawing 2-2 in North London.

We then head to Madrid and rule the rule over the incredible 3-3 draw between Real Madrid and reigning European champions Manchester City.

Our third stop is Paris to decide who showed the most “Barca DNA” in Barcelona’s 3-2 victory over Paris St Germain.

And finally, we return to the Spanish capital to assess whether Atheltico Madrid’s 2-1 advantage over Borussia Dortmund is enough when Diego Simeone’s side face the fierce atmosphere of the Signal Iduna Park.

HOST: Ali Maxwell

WITH: Michael Cox, Mark Carey & Liam Tharme

PRODUCER: Steve Hankey

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The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast

Champions League quarter finals first leg review

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Exciting UEFA Champions League Quarterfinals

Strategic Moves in Arsenal vs. Bayern Munich

Barcelona's Matches Analysis

Dortmund's Defensive Struggles and Revival

Atletico Madrid's Strategic Advantage

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