Talking Tactics

Talking Tactics discuss Robert Lewandowski's mission to leave Bayern Munich. Is Barcelona his destination, and if so does it work? We imagine if Barça's finances weren't ruined, and they could pair Ousmane Dembélé with Lewandowski. Romelu Lukaku is said to want an Inter Milan return. While it might make sense on the pitch, does it make sense off of it? We consider the amount of money Chelsea spent to get him, and whether leaving after one season is plausible. Lionel Messi scored five goals against Estonia. We wonder how many goals Messi could've scored playing for a European nation, as South America's level of competition varies far less, with few chances to play non-professionals.

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Talking Tactics discuss Real Madrid 1-0 Liverpool. Should we have known this would happen? Who is the best goalkeeper in the world? Benzema didn't have a good game, but got his fifth medal. Vinicius is building his résumé. Kroos, Casemiro, and Modric: what more can be said? Madrid will be a problem for their rivals move forward. Did Liverpool have a successful season? Lewandowski to Barcelona. Ralf Rangnick won't continue with Manchester United. Your questions about Sterling, Mane, and the World Cup.

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Talking Tactics are joined by friend of the pod Red to discuss Kylian Mbappé remaining at Paris Saint-Germain. Red (as a Real Madrid supporter) has some problems with the way it went. What's next for Real Madrid, considering the time lost chasing Mbappé, and is his dream to play for Madrid over? The Champions League final is this week, what should we expect with Madrid v Liverpool? AC Milan return to the top of Serie A. Manchester City left it late, but somehow won their sixth Premier League. And we take your questions on Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Antonio Conte, and 2006 Barça v 2007 Milan.

*Apologies for the first 40 minutes of audio, Daniel had some microphone problems.

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Talking Tactics discuss AC Milan closing in on their first Serie A title in ten years. Man City drawing 2-2 with West Ham, and if they've opened a door for Liverpool. The Reds beat Chelsea in the FA Cup final, the second piece in their pursuit of four trophies. It was Chelsea's fourth loss in six years, and third straight, in the FA Cup final. Should Kepa have played over Mendy (sorry for the length of that debate), and the state of Mason Mount. Lewandowski to Barcelona? Also your questions about Arsenal, Spurs, Vinicius, Camavinga, and why satisfaction isn't good enough for Real Madrid.

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Talking Tactics discuss Real Madrid beating Manchester City in the Champions League semi-final, setting up a rematch of 2018's final with Liverpool. Reports suggest Erling Haaland to Man City is all but announced, we wonder whether the Norwegian striker is the right player to win City their first Champions League. Would you give your biggest rival a guard of honour? Chelsea gave two Romelu Lukaku goals back to Wolves. Arsenal v Tottenham will decide the top four race. Can Milan hold on their Serie A lead? Why is Kylian Mbappe to Madrid taking so long, is he really considering an extension with Paris Saint-Germain?

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In this episode of "Talking with..." Daniel sits down with Amadi Thiam.

They discuss Amadi growing up playing football around the world, and when it ended. How did he come to support Chelsea, and navigating the ebbs and flows of supporting a football club over a period of over 20 years.. What got Amadi into sports journalism after his playing days finished, and how working in football can sometimes make football feel like burden more than fun. What did it feel like when his beloved Senegal won AFCON? How did he become a GIF master? And a quick fire round with books from the 1970s, step overs, and the 1994 World Cup.

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Talking Tactics discuss Chelsea losing to Everton. Why Thomas Tuchel is struggling to get the best from his attack, and whether last season's Champions League was fraudulent. Real Madrid won La Liga, and they've become Diaspora FC in quick time. Mino Raiola passed away last week aged 54; the super agent had an amazing roster of clients, so we lament his passing, and pay him homage. Then your questions on stats, Son, Ancelotti, gambling, peak v longevity, and a few other things.

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Talking Tactics discuss Bayern Munich winning the Bundesliga 10 consecutive years. Is that good for German football, and should they have four automatic Champions League spots? Paris Saint-Germain fans booed Messi's goal and the 1-1 result against Lens which saw them win Ligue 1 — they want more. Barcelona lost to a volcano: is Xavi's honeymoon phase over? We preview the Champions League semi-finals, and give our predictions. Also, Chelsea scraped a win, Liverpool beat Everton, and Manchester United continue to struggle as the race for Top 4 remains confusing between them, Arsenal, and Tottenham.

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In this episode of "Talking with..." Daniel sits down with Zito Madu.

They discuss Zito's football journey. From Nigeria to the United States, finding places to play in Detroit and surrounding areas. Giving up football to spite his father, walking on his university's team, playing professionally in Turkey, then joining SB Nation to write about the game. That led to a conversation on writing, reading, and the fun of being a writer. We touch on his love for Arsenal, AC Milan, and Marseille, then some Nigeria banter before the quick-fire round.

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Linked pieces

On Nigeria and freedom: https://www.sbnation.com/2017/9/5/16231462/soccer-immigration-united-states

On the pandemic and sports: https://www.sbnation.com/2020/3/12/21177017/coronavirus-sports-cancellations-soccer-champions-league-nba-march-madness-ncaa-tournament

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Talking Tactics discuss Manchester United beating Norwich City with a Cristiano Ronaldo hat-trick. Why Cristiano is both solution, and cause of the problem. Is Liverpool v Manchester City the best rivalry in English football, or does some combination of Ferguson's Man United, Wenger's Arsenal, and Mourinho's Chelsea have a better case; and do you need animosity to be rivals? Real Madrid keep winning from behind, proving a winner's mentality. Benzema's Ballon d'Or credentials are growing. Have Hope wishes he could go on loan. And we take your questions on "bottle genes," Queen Lizzie's teams, and why is football culture so loose with Islamic phrases amongst others.

*Taped while watching the second half of Napoli 1-1 Roma.

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