The Totally Football Show with James Richardson Man United dominate City in the derby, plus the incredible AFCON finale
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Jan 19, 2026 Meher Mazahi, an on-the-ground reporter, shares gripping first-hand accounts from the AFCON final in Rabat. He recounts the electric atmosphere, detailing a controversial disallowed goal and the chaotic scenes of players walking off the pitch. The drama escalates with a contentious Panenka miss and an extra-time winner by Senegal, stunning the crowd. Meher also reflects on the implications for player legacies, particularly for Sadio Mane, and the match's impact on diplomatic ties. Meanwhile, United's tactical prowess shines in their derby win over City.
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United's Derby Plan Worked Flawlessly
- Manchester United executed a textbook counterattacking plan to neutralize Manchester City's possession and exploit space behind their defence.
- Michael Carrick's clear roles and coaching team produced exceptional collective work-rate and tactical discipline.
Everton's Away Resilience Beat Villa
- Everton's resilience and tactical switch after McGinn's injury helped them snatch a surprise win at Villa Park.
- Moyes' side defended compactly, countered efficiently, and punished a defensive error to score.
Tweak Formation To Boost Away Creativity
- If a team struggles to create chances away, change the formation to get a midfielder closer to the striker.
- Consider moving a winger centrally or adding a 4-2 setup to improve penetration.