The Totally Football Show with James Richardson Solanke scorpion stuns City as Man United produce more late heroics
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Feb 2, 2026 Liam Toomey, football journalist and commentator; Tom Williams, football writer and analyst; Duncan Alexander, data-driven football analyst. They dissect Solanke’s scorpion goal that shocked Man City. They recap late drama at Old Trafford, Chelsea’s stoppage-time comeback, Arsenal’s statement win and shifting title and survival storylines. Fast-paced chat on tactics, stats and weekend twists.
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League Phase Reboots European Drama
- The new Champions League league-phase format trades traditional narrative for more frequent, high-stakes moments.
- That creates popcorn-style drama and fresh surprises but raises sporting-integrity questions.
Use Substitutions To Shift Momentum
- Managers should trust proactive substitutions to change games rather than rigid starting setups.
- Liam Toomey praised Chelsea's tactical tweaks and impact substitutes against Napoli.
Big Contracts Can Stall A Player's Revival
- Raheem Sterling's Chelsea stint ended early because his output didn't match his large contract.
- Freed as a free agent, he can seek regular football to restart his career.