The Totally Football Show with James Richardson Advantage Arsenal & City in EFL Cup semis as Carrick prepares for Manchester derby
Jan 15, 2026
Join Benji Lanyado, a savvy commentator, Art De Roché, a football journalist with a keen eye for stats, and Maher Mezahi, an AFCON specialist, as they dive into thrilling football discussions. They analyze Arsenal's dramatic 3-2 win over Chelsea and Manchester City's solid performance against Newcastle. The team also dissects the upcoming Manchester derby, focusing on Michael Carrick's new role at United. Plus, Maher offers insights into the Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal, highlighting tactical trends and key players.
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League Cup Semi Edge For Arsenal And City
- Arsenal and Manchester City hold clear advantages after first-leg League Cup semis, making an Arsenal–Man City final likely.
- Both sides showed depth and emerging signings that could shape the return legs and title race.
Protect Players Publicly After Errors
- Managers should protect players publicly to preserve confidence after mistakes, as Liam Rosenior did for Robert Sánchez.
- Use measured public man-management to shield young or struggling players during transitions.
VAR's Timing Undermines Match Flow
- VAR decisions vary wildly in duration and outcome, undermining consistency and momentum in matches.
- A strict review timer could limit disruptive delays and reduce controversy over marginal calls.