How Did They Play?

By HowDidTheyPlay

Take a deep dive into football's greatest players and moments with Liam Cashion, Conor Alexander and Adam Jones.

Explore the stories of footballs most decisive players, fascinating characte

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The podcast currently has 92 episodes available.

How Did They Play? episodes:

September 02, 2026WE WON A GAME OF FOOTBALL IN SHREWSBURY! 1-0 VS SALFORD REACTION!
The conversation covers the analysis of a football match between Shrewsbury and Salford, highlighting Salford's struggles, Shrewsbury's surprising start, game analysis, player performance, and future prospects for both teams. It also discusses concerns about Salford's chance creation, transfer window activities, midfield creativity, defensive options, and the role of Isaac Lee. The conversation concludes with a look ahead and hopes for a winning run for Shrewsbury Town.
Takeaways
Salford's disjointed performance and chance creation concerns are highlighted.
Shrewsbury's victory marks a surprising start and future prospects for the team.
Chapters
00:00 Salford's Struggles
01:17 Shrewsbury's Surprising Start
02:15 Salford's Disjointed Performance
03:12 Game Analysis and Player Performance
04:10 Shrewsbury's Victory and Future Prospects
07:09 Salford's Chance Creation Concerns
09:22 Transfer Window and Squad Improvements
13:15 Midfield Creativity and Defensive Options
15:10 Isaac Lee's Role and Future Prospects
16:06 Looking Ahead and Conclusion
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18min
September 02, 2026Wednesday Score 7! Charlton DARK HORSES? Russell Martin Time To Change?! EFL CORNER
The EFL Corner podcast discusses the weekend's EFL action, including League Two, League One, and the Championship. It covers match results, standout performances, and the current league standings. The podcast also highlights the struggles of certain teams and managers, as well as the surprising success of others.
Takeaways
EFL League Two sees the end of 100% winning records for several teams.
Championship fixtures showcase surprising results and struggling teams.
Chapters
00:00 EFL League Two Match Day 3
01:26 EFL League Two Early Kick-offs
02:18 Rotherham vs. Chesterfield
03:13 Colchester vs. Rochdale
04:10 Crawley vs. Bristol Rovers
05:07 Gillingham vs. Northampton Town
06:03 Grimsby vs. Fleetwood
07:19 Newport vs. Tranmere Rovers
08:15 Oldham vs. Swindon
09:11 Shrewsbury vs. Salford
09:38 Walsaw vs. Akrington Stanley
10:06 York City vs. Exeter
11:03 EFL League One Early Kick-offs
11:31 Blackpool vs. Peterborough
12:00 Mk Don's vs. Leicester
13:06 Cambridge vs. Huddersfield
14:04 Leighton Orient vs. Barnsley
15:01 Notts County vs. Burton Albion
15:30 Plymouth vs. Bradford
16:24 Sheffield Wednesday vs. Bromley
17:22 Stevenage vs. Doncaster
17:52 Stockport vs. Wickham
18:47 Wimbledon vs. Wigan
19:15 Mansfield Town vs. Luton Town
20:35 EFL Championship: Wrexham vs. Birmingham
21:58 Derby vs. Swansea
22:54 Middlesbrough vs. West Brom
23:22 Wolves vs. Stoke
27:13 Southampton vs. Millwall
28:07 West Ham vs. Watford
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32min
August 27, 202621. YOU Will NOT Believe The Career Of Obafemi Martins
The story of Oberfemi Martins, a footballer who survived a shooting in Lagos and went on to have a remarkable career in football, playing for clubs like Inter Milan, Newcastle United, Wolfsburg, and Ruben Kazan. His journey is marked by success, challenges, and controversy, making him an intriguing figure in the world of football. Oberfemi Martins' career journey is a tale of chasing money, rediscovering passion, and finding success in unexpected places. From his time at Inter Milan to his ventures in Russia, England, Spain, and China, Martins experienced highs and lows, leaving a lasting impact on the clubs he played for and the fans who adored him.
Takeaways
Survival and Success: Oberfemi Martins' remarkable journey from surviving a shooting in Lagos to achieving success in football.
Controversy and Challenges: The controversies and challenges faced by Oberfemi Martins throughout his career. Career trajectory influenced by financial motivations
Rediscovered passion and success at Levante and Seattle Sounders
Chapters
00:00 Survival and Success
04:01 Early Career and Inter Milan
16:13 Newcastle United and Controversies
31:18 Wolfsburg and Ruben Kazan
33:07 The Money Talks
34:22 The Russian Adventure
36:09 The Birmingham Hero
36:27 The Arsenal Upset
49:38 The MLS Superstar
54:05 The Chinese Odyssey
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1h 6min
August 26, 202620. Why Yakubu Was the Premier League's Underrated Finisher
The conversation explores the career of Yakubu, a prolific striker in the Premier League era, and delves into his journey from Nigeria to the Premier League, his impact at Maccabee Haifa, Portsmouth, Middlesbrough, and Everton. It also discusses his underrated status as a finisher and his unique goal-scoring style. Yakubu's career as a prolific goal scorer in the Premier League and his impact on various clubs, as well as his international career, make him one of the most underrated strikers in football history. His journey from Everton to China and Qatar, and his significant miss in the 2010 World Cup, shaped his legacy as a talented and consistent goal scorer.
Takeaways
Yakubu's journey from Nigeria to the Premier League showcases his talent and determination
Yakubu's calm and composed goal-scoring style made him an underrated finisher in the Premier League Underrated goal-scoring prowess
Impact on various clubs and international career
Chapters
00:00 The Rise of Yakubu: From Nigeria to Maccabee Haifa
02:59 Yakubu's Impact at Maccabee Haifa and Portsmouth
06:01 Yakubu's Move to Middlesbrough and UEFA Cup Run
10:17 Yakubu's Underrated Status and Goal-Scoring Style
20:15 Yakubu's Move to Everton and Cult Hero Status
21:42 Yakubu's Impact at Everton and Tragedy Strikes
25:18 The Miss and Its Political Ramifications
33:47 Yakubu's Move to China and Qatar
39:45 Return to England and Retirement
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46min
August 26, 2026UNITED MAULED BY THE TIGERS, LIVERPOOL DROP POINTS, ALONSO'S CHELSEA IMPRESSIVE! HDTP REACT
The conversation covers the Premier League review after match day one, focusing on the performance of various teams and players. It includes tactical analysis, player selection, and the impact of preseason mode on Man United's defeat. The discussion also delves into the lack of effort, the dirty side of the game, and the difference between home and away performance. Additionally, it highlights upcoming matches, impressive players from Hull, Brentford's performance, Tottenham's performance, Crystal Palace's struggle, Ipswich's victory, Sunderland's performance, and Newcastle's draw with Liverpool. The conversation covers topics related to team building, player performance, goalkeeping woes, transfer business, and player attitudes. It also includes banter about fantasy football and player performances.
Takeaways
Tactical analysis and player selection are crucial for team performance.
The difference between home and away performance can significantly impact match outcomes. Team building around key players is crucial
Player attitudes and transfer business impact team dynamics
Chapters
00:00 Premier League Review: Match Day 1
00:18 Man United's Defeat and Preseason Mode
01:13 Tactical Analysis and Player Selection
03:19 Lack of Effort and Dirty Side of the Game
04:54 Home vs. Away Performance
05:38 Upcoming Matches and Expectations
06:48 Impressive Players from Hull
07:50 Brentford's Performance and Player Analysis
17:36 Tottenham's Performance and Player Analysis
11:30 Crystal Palace's Struggle and Player Analysis
14:45 Ipswich's Victory and Sunderland's Performance
30:41 Newcastle's Draw with Liverpool
35:27 Building a Team Around Virts
36:48 Liverpool's Performance and Alisson's Socks
38:07 Chelsea vs. Fulham: Cole Palmer's Performance
40:27 Robert Sanchez and Goalkeeping Woes
37:30 Newcastle's Performance and Player Analysis
46:47 Transfer Business and Player Attitudes
52:22 Player Performance and Fantasy Football Banter
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54min
August 25, 2026WEST HAM AWFUL PERFORMANCE, LEICESTER TO GET RELEGATED, WOLVES WIN AWAY! EFL CORNER
Match day two of the EFL season provided a range of stories and results across League Two, League One, and the Championship. From Salford's struggles to West Ham's disappointing performance, the weekend showcased the early drama and excitement of the EFL season.
Takeaways
Early-season struggles for Salford in League Two
West Ham's disappointing performance in the Championship
Chapters
00:00 League Two Roundup
03:23 Salford Struggles
04:19 Results and Reactions
04:49 Crewe's Perfect Start
06:43 Tranmere's Goalkeeper Dilemma
08:08 Rochdale's Poor Start
09:35 League Two Table Standings
10:02 League One Kickoff
10:32 Sheffield Wednesday's Disappointment
11:26 Luton's Draw
11:57 Leicester's Struggles
17:47 League One Table Standings
18:21 Championship Drama
25:57 West Ham's Disappointing Performance
28:49 West Brom's Strong Start
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30min
August 24, 2026The Officials Were Poor, But That Wasn’t Why Shrewsbury Lost To Barnet
Shrewsbury Town's disappointing performance against Barnet highlights the team's struggles and the need for key improvements. The match analysis reveals defensive vulnerabilities, midfield shortcomings, and the lack of clinical finishing. The club's financial situation and attendance concerns also add to the challenges faced by the team.
Takeaways
Defensive vulnerabilities
Midfield shortcomings
Lack of clinical finishing
Financial situation and attendance concerns
Chapters
00:00 Shrewsbury Town vs. Barnet: Match Analysis
01:55 Defensive Vulnerabilities and Early Goal
03:47 Struggles in Midfield and Lack of Progression
07:26 Disallowed Goal Controversy and Missed Opportunities
08:26 Referee and Linesman Controversy
11:53 Barnet's Second and Third Goals
16:06 Team's Performance and Need for Reinforcements
19:22 Financial Situation and Attendance Concerns
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23min
August 19, 2026SHOCKS, SURPRISES & BIGGEST TALKING POINTS! Conor EFL Corner
The EFL Championship kicked off with a mix of expected and surprising results, along with controversial decisions. League One saw dramatic turnarounds and managerial pressure, while League 2 witnessed upsets and notable performances. The weekend's fixtures set the stage for an exciting season ahead.
Takeaways
EFL Championship saw a mix of expected and surprising results
League One witnessed dramatic turnarounds and managerial pressure
League 2 featured upsets and notable performances
Chapters
00:00 EFL Championship: Opening Weekend
02:46 EFL Championship: Key Fixtures and Controversies
05:57 EFL Championship: Surprising Results and Standout Performances
08:53 EFL Championship: Weekend Roundup
11:45 EFL League One: Reading vs. Luton Town
15:09 EFL League One: Notable Results and Managerial Pressure
16:06 EFL League 2: Newport County vs. Rochdale
18:00 EFL League 2: Dramatic Encounters and Upsets
20:50 EFL League 2: York City vs. Bristol Rovers
23:12 Conclusion and Next Fixtures
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24min
August 18, 2026UNITED TO WIN THE LEAGUE? CITY MISS OUT ON TOP 4! NEWCASTLE TO BE RELEGATED?! PREDICTIONS 26/27
The conversation covers the summer transfer activities of Premier League clubs, including Chelsea and Manchester United. It also includes predictions for the upcoming season and a discussion on the potential relegation candidates. The conversation covers a detailed analysis of various football teams and their prospects for the upcoming season. The hosts discuss player transfers, team strengths and weaknesses, and the impact of new managers on team performance. The conversation covers predictions and analysis of various football teams and their potential performance in the upcoming season. The hosts discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each team, as well as the impact of key players and managers. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to football, including player fitness, team performance, individual awards, and predictions for the upcoming season. The hosts discuss specific players, their potential impact, and the expectations for various teams. They also share their predictions for the manager of the season and the top goal scorer.
Takeaways
Premier League summer transfer activities
Predictions for the upcoming season
Discussion on potential relegation candidates Team prospects are influenced by player transfers and the impact of new managers.
The hosts have differing opinions on the performance and prospects of specific teams. Team predictions are influenced by a mix of personal bias, team loyalty, and objective analysis.
The impact of key players, managers, and transfer windows is a significant factor in team performance. Player fitness and performance are key concerns for the upcoming season.
The hosts have differing opinions on the potential impact of specific players and teams.
Predictions for individual awards and team performance vary among the hosts.
Chapters
00:00 Predictions for the Upcoming Season
14:36 Relegation Candidates
29:16 Team Analysis and Prospects
30:09 Comparing Team Strengths and Weaknesses
31:40 Predictions for Team Finishing Positions
32:52 Discussion on Crystal Palace's Prospects
34:11 Assessment of Everton's Prospects
38:32 Predictions for Coventry's Performance
41:53 Predictions for Newcastle and Sunderland
47:05 Predictions for Bournemouth and Spurs
01:00:07 Assessment of Tottenham's Potential Challenges and Concerns
01:46:30 Manager of the Season Predictions
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1h 48min
August 17, 2026The Transfer Window Is Getting RIDICULOUS… Arsenal, Liverpool, Fulham, Palace & Turkey!
The conversation covers a wide range of topics including transfer moves, club strategies, managerial changes, and player analysis. It delves into the transfer market trends, valuation of players, and the impact of signings on various clubs. The discussion also includes assessments of squad management, potential league winners, and the impact of managerial changes on club dynamics. Additionally, it explores the aggressive recruitment strategies of certain clubs and the implications of swap deals in the transfer market. The conversation also touches on the revival of Turkish football and the influx of foreign players into the league. The conversation covers a range of topics including pre-season fixtures, surprising results, AS Roma's global tour, Rangers' performance, Celtic's new signing, young talent in football, transfer news, potential signings for Arsenal, Shrewsbury Town's signings and expectations, and the Community Shield. The hosts also discuss bizarre events in pre-season matches and share their predictions for upcoming games.
Takeaways
Assessment of transfer market trends and player valuation
Impact of signings on club dynamics and squad management
Analysis of managerial changes and their influence on club strategies
Evaluation of aggressive recruitment strategies and swap deals in the transfer market
Exploration of Turkish football's revival and the influx of foreign players into the league Pre-season fixtures and results can be surprising and unpredictable
Young talent in football is making an impact
Transfer news and potential signings generate excitement for fans
Chapters
00:00 Arsenal's Transfer Moves
01:27 Midfielder Transfers and Club Strategies
03:53 Liverpool's Transfer Activity
06:25 Manchester City's Managerial Changes and Transfer Activity
09:35 Manchester United's Transfer Strategy and Managerial Changes
11:55 Chelsea's Transfer Strategy and Squad Management
15:43 Nottingham Forest's Signings and Player Analysis
18:03 Crystal Palace's Aggressive Recruitment and Swap Deals
22:21 Fulham's Squad Changes and Managerial Appointments
30:02 Transfer Speculations and Market Trends
37:06 Pre-Season Fixtures and Bizarre Events
40:10 AS Roma's Global Tour
42:04 AS Roma's Unusual Pre-Season Matches
44:16 Surprising Results in Pre-Season Matches
45:14 Rangers' Performance and Signings
47:20 Celtic's New Signing and Performance
49:50 Young Talent in Football
52:35 Transfer News and Player Rejections
56:42 Potential Signings for Arsenal
58:59 Shrewsbury Town's Signings and Expectations
01:01:29 Community Shield and Pre-Season Analysis
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1h 5min

FAQs about How Did They Play?:

How many episodes does How Did They Play? have?

The podcast currently has 92 episodes available.