The Totally Football Show with James Richardson Arsenal meet Villa again, Cherki's on fire + the Cherries are in crisis
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Dec 29, 2025 Jay Harris, an on-the-ground correspondent for AFCON, shares thrilling insights from Morocco. He discusses Nigeria's performance, revealing their strengths and weaknesses as favorites. The conversation also highlights the intense atmosphere of the tournament and Nigeria's tactical changes. Additionally, they touch on Ivory Coast's draw with Cameroon and emerging dynamics in the group stages. Jay wraps up with key upcoming fixtures that fans should watch out for, making it a must-listen for football enthusiasts!
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Villa's Comeback Momentum
- Aston Villa keep winning with late, dramatic comebacks rather than domination.
- That unsustainable pattern still places them squarely into a genuine title race.
Manage Expectations Publicly
- Unai Emery publicly downplays title talk to avoid adding pressure on Villa.
- Do keep that relaxed messaging when overachieving to maintain player focus and momentum.
Arsenal's Results Over Style
- Arsenal are grinding out wins despite injuries and imperfect performances.
- Squad depth and pragmatic results now feel like a stronger title indicator than stylistic fluency.