Football Daily 72+ EFL Pod: Blackburn’s pitch and Wrexham investment
Dec 10, 2025
Phil Brown, the experienced football manager and current boss of Peterborough Sports, joins the hosts to discuss Southampton's permanent manager, Tonda Eckert, and the tactical improvements he has implemented. They also tackle Blackburn's pitch issues and Valerien Ismaël's urgent infrastructure plea. The conversation shifts to Wrexham's minority investment and the club's aspirations for the Premier League under Phil Parkinson. Plus, insights into the FA Cup surprises and the unpredictable nature of League Two keep the dialogue lively.
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Adopt A Hybrid Approach For Part-Time Squads
- Move towards a hybrid coaching model when managing part-time players to allow more frequent contact.
- Prioritise timely debriefs so tactical tweaks reach players within 48 hours rather than waiting several days.
Tonda’s Tactical Release Sparked A Turnaround
- Tonda Eckert rapidly transformed Southampton by unlocking attacking freedom and tempo.
- Jobi and Phil agree the same players now produce far more goals and creativity under his approach.
Pitch Problems Reflect Wider Club Neglect
- Blackburn's recurring abandoned games expose deeper infrastructure neglect tied to geography and maintenance.
- Phil and Jobi argue the club must prioritise pitch investment even over transfer budgets to avoid repeated cancellations.