The Rest Is Football Raya’s Moment Of Magic & Villa Shine On European Return
Sep 20, 2024
The podcast dives into David Raya's spectacular double save, gauging its greatness among football's finest. There’s excitement as Aston Villa shines in their Champions League return, sparking debate on their potential. The new tournament format's impact on Celtic's competitiveness is also discussed. The conversation shifts to tactics and managerial decisions, as well as the ongoing challenges of player fatigue. Light-hearted banter about David Beckham adds a fun twist to the football insights.
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Beckham's Surprise Appearance
- Micah Richards details his experience with David Beckham's surprise appearance on CBS's Champions League coverage.
- Beckham scared Richards by sneaking up behind him during a staged Zoom call.
Henry's Coaching Future
- Thierry Henry's time as France's U23 coach ended after the Olympics due to player availability issues.
- He likely desires to return to management but enjoys punditry, making a combined U21/U23 role ideal.
Arsenal's European Challenge
- Arsenal's defensive solidity in their draw against Atalanta stemmed from allowing Atalanta possession while remaining wary of counter-attacks.
- Arsenal's next challenge is improving their offensive output in Europe while maintaining defensive strength.