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Football Weekly Grimsby’s glory and Scottish sides slump in Europe – Football Weekly
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Aug 28, 2025 
Jonathan Wilson, a tactical analyst and historian of football, joins Robyn Cowen, a commentator, Mark Langdon from the Racing Post, and Ewan Murray, correspondent for Scottish football. They dive into Grimsby's stunning penalty shootout victory over Manchester United, dissecting the tactical failures and emotional rollercoaster for fans. The panel also bemoans the woes of Rangers and Celtic in European competitions, blending criticism with humor, and teasing an upcoming live show. A preview of the Liverpool vs Arsenal clash adds excitement to the conversation!
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Underdogs Can Outplay Giants
- Grimsby outplayed Manchester United for long periods, showing lower-league players can excel against top clubs.
- Many Grimsby players had top-level youth backgrounds and played with belief and physicality.
Formation Fails Without Defensive Base
- The 3-4-2-1's defensive promise depends on creating a 3-2 shape to handle counters.
- United failed to form that base and thus were easy to play through despite the system.
Time With Clear Benchmarks
- Give a manager time but set clear performance checks to avoid endless faith-based patience.
- Don’t be wedded to one formation if personnel clearly don’t fit it.