

Tifo Football Podcast
The Athletic
In-depth tactical, historical & geopolitical breakdowns of the beautiful game. From the team behind the Tifo Football YouTube channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dec 31, 2018 • 31min
Deadlines & Darts with Dele - with Jonathan Northcroft
Seb Stafford-Bloor is joined by Jonathan Northcroft, to discuss his book Deadlines and Darts with Dele; Jonathan's diary from following England at the 2018 World Cup - celebrating England's rebirth in Russia and other unexpected tales. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17, 2018 • 53min
Ralph Hasenhüttl & Identity
Alex and Joe get all excited about Ralph Hasenhüttl at Southampton, after Arsenal suffered a surprise loss at St Mary's this weekend. Also discussed is the idea of tactical identity amongst the top six clubs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 2018 • 38min
How Did Chelsea Beat Manchester City?
Joe and Alex discuss how Manchester City were defeated in their recent trip to Stamford Bridge by an excellently drilled Chelsea side. There's also talk of Ralph Hassenhutl at Southampton, and a few more bits for good measure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 3, 2018 • 42min
Mourinho, Manchester United & Southampton
Joe and Alex return. For this, the first in the new season, the pair look at Manchester United, their work against Southampton at the weekend, a little on the outgoing Mark Hughes, and potential replacements for Jose Mourinho. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 30, 2018 • 41min
Ghostwriting for Kevin Keegan - with Daniel Taylor
Seb Stafford-Bloor is joined by Daniel Taylor, Chief Football Writer for The Guardian and the Observer and ghostwriter of Kevin Keegan's autobiography 'My Life in Football'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 21, 2018 • 29min
The Barcelona Legacy - with Jonathan Wilson
Jonathan Wilson speaks to Tifo's Seb Stafford-Bloor about his new book The Barcelona Legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 24, 2018 • 50min
Under the Skin of the Modern Game - with Michael Calvin
Seb Stafford-Bloor is joined by Michael Calvin, sports journalist and author of State of Play: Under the Skin of the Modern Game. Michael discusses the personal stories that are the bedrock of football. From the isolation of young players to scary concussion statistics, from mental health to money - Michael gets under the skin of football and reveals why it is truly the game of our lives.You can purchase State of Play here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/State-Play-Under-Skin-Modern/dp/178089631X/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 15, 2018 • 20min
World Cup 2018 - Day 25: France v Croatia
France win a thrilling game against Croatia and lift the World Cup trophy. The Tifo team discuss the tactics of the game, and their favourite moments & goals from the entire tournament alongside a teary and emotional Philippe, buoyed by the victory of his home nation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 14, 2018 • 29min
World Cup 2018 - Day 24: Belgian Bronze & Team of the Tournament
The Tifo team gather to discuss Belgium's victory over England and their Team of the Tournament, along with some comment responses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 11, 2018 • 30min
World Cup 2018 - Day 23: Sweet Sorrow & Superior Croatia
Sorrow, heartbreak, dismay. Three abstract concepts that Croatian fans are definitely not experiencing on Day 23 of the World Cup. It's curtains for England, and the Tifo team gather to discuss the second semi-final & England's performance weighted against an impressive and, ultimately, superior Croatia team. Also: How might Croatia shape up against France? And another word on Raheem Sterling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.