Jacob Whitehead

Join Jacob Whitehead, a writer for The Athletic, as he shares insights from interviews with key figures in Ajax's reformation. Discover how Johan Cruyff's philosophy of creativity and total football sparked Ajax's revival post-2010. Whitehead discusses the club's innovative youth development strategies and their commitment to sustainability. The podcast also explores the tension between idealism and pragmatism in strategy, highlighting how Cruyff's legacy continues to influence Ajax's tactics and shape the identities of their homegrown talents.

Duncan Alexander, Data and Tactics editor at The Athletic, Jacob Whitehead, a football writer at The Athletic, and Megan Feringa, a women's football writer at the same outlet, dive into the highlights of the 2024-25 football season. They discuss the standout candidates for Player of the Season, including Mo Salah and Alessia Russo, explore emerging talents like Myles Lewis Skelly, and celebrate managerial success stories, particularly Nuno Espirito Santo's transformation of Nottingham Forest. The trio also reflects on memorable moments and milestones, adding a personal touch to their analyses.