The Overlap Breakdown: The Football Tactics Show

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The Overlap Breakdown is a weekly football tactics show that brings expert analysis and insights directly to the fans.

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The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.

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April 08, 2025 Laurie Whitwell on Manchester Derby, Ruben Amorim & Transfers News | The Overlap Breakdown
Welcome back to The Overlap Breakdown - where we're joined by Laurie Whitwell, The Athletic’s Manchester United correspondent.

We delve into the significant developments at Old Trafford. We'll explore Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s influence on the club’s direction, the tactical approach of Ruben Amorim as the team’s manager, and the potential signing of a new striker in Liam Delap.

We’ll also discuss the latest on Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford's loan situations, and dive into the club’s transfer plans for the upcoming summer window.

Join us as we break down the key stories surrounding Manchester United, offering insight into the club's present and future under new ownership and management.
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1h 4min
March 25, 2025 Al-Ettifaq’s Head of Scouting: Recruiting In Premier League, MLS & Saudi Pro League | The Overlap Breakdown
Welcome back to The Overlap Breakdown! In this episode, our host, Harrison, sits down with Thomas Spring, the Head of Scouting for Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League. Thomas shares exclusive insights into his work in scouting across three clubs in three leagues: Bournemouth under Eddie Howe in the Premier League, New York Redbulls in Major League Soccer and currently the Saudi Pro League. He discusses the differences in player identification, recruitment strategies, and the unique challenges each league presents. With Saudi Arabia’s rapidly growing football infrastructure and ambitions to elevate the domestic game, Thomas also explores the exciting future of the Saudi Pro League, its increasing investment, and what it takes to build a competitive squad on the global stage.
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50min
March 20, 2025 Are Modern Football Tactics Making The Game BORING?! | The Overlap Breakdown
Welcome back to The Overlap Breakdown, in this episode, we’re diving into a question that’s been floating around - has football lost its Mavericks? Has the game become too robotic, too tactical, and ultimately... boring? We’ll explore whether the modern obsession with fitness, structure, and results has stripped football of its personality, both on and off the pitch. Do managers have a duty to entertain, or is getting a result at all costs the only thing that matters? Join the debate and let us know—is football still as exciting as it once was?
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37min
March 03, 2025 Inside Liverpool’s Recruitment Revolution: The Data, Scouting, & Strategy | The Overlap Breakdown
Welcome to The Overlap Breakdown!

This episode, our host and analyst, Harrison, sits down with Patrick Montgomery, the former Lead Recruitment Analyst for Liverpool, who played a pivotal role in scouting and signing top talents for both Jürgen Klopp and Arne Slot.

Patrick shares exclusive insights into how he helped identify and recruit world-class players like Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mané, Virgil van Dijk, and more, shaping one of the most dominant teams in modern football.

He also breaks down Liverpool’s evolving recruitment strategies, the challenges of scouting elite talent, and what it takes to build a squad capable of competing at the highest level.

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1h 12min
February 24, 2025 Tuanzebe: Ronaldo’s Secret to Success & Defending Against Neymar | The Overlap Breakdown
Welcome to The Overlap Breakdown! This episode, our host and analyst, Harrison, heads to Suffolk to sit down with Axel Tuanzebe, now playing under Kieran McKenna in the Premier League with Ipswich Town. Axel opens up about his journey at Manchester United under both José Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjær, shares invaluable advice from Cristiano Ronaldo, reflects on his experience playing abroad with Napoli, and relives the thrill of securing promotion with Aston Villa through the Championship Playoff final at Wembley.
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53min
February 21, 2025 Why Strikers Are Disappearing from Modern Football | The Overlap Breakdown
Welcome to The Overlap Breakdown Podcast! Our analysts, Harrison and Umir, sit down to explore how the death of the classic 4-4-2 and two-man strike partnerships, combined with the rise of individual coaching and the demand for positional versatility, have reshaped the role of the No. 9. With modern tactical setups prioritising rigid structures both in and out of possession, teams now give up far less space, making it harder than ever for traditional strikers to thrive. From pressing systems to fluid attacking rotations, we’ll explain why classic goal-scorers are becoming a dying breed and whether the striker role, as we once knew it, is truly extinct.
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35min
February 10, 2025 Abdoulaye Doucoure: Ancelotti’s Philosophy & Moyes’ Everton Tactics | The Overlap Breakdown
Welcome to The Overlap Breakdown Podcast! Our analysts, Harrison and Umir, sit down with special guest Abdoulaye Doucoure to discuss his journey through football, from being coached by Carlo Ancelotti to experiencing his lowest moments as a professional under Frank Lampard. In this episode, they explore how Sean Dyche’s tactics and coaching are often misunderstood, how David Moyes’ tactical tweaks have helped stabilise Everton and the importance of faith in football during Doucoure’s career. Get an exclusive insight into the philosophies, challenges, and key moments that have shaped Doucoure’s time in the Premier League.
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1h 2min
January 21, 2025 Amorim’s United Struggle & Are Arsenal’s Title Hopes Over? | The Overlap Breakdown
Welcome to Episode 7 of The Overlap Breakdown Podcast! Join Harrison and Umir, professional football analysts, as they dive into another thrilling Premier League weekend. Are Arsenal out of the title race after a frustrating 2-2 draw with Aston Villa? What’s behind Manchester United’s struggles as they lose 3-1 to Brighton at home? Are Liverpool running away with the league? Plus, Manchester City get back on track with a 6-0 thrashing of Ipswich Town with Andoni Iraola’s Bournemouth flying high, just one point off the Champions League places!
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59min
January 15, 2025 One Perfect Signing For EVERY Premier League Club | The Overlap Breakdown
This week, Harrison and Umir take on the challenge of nominating one perfect signing for every Premier League club this transfer window!

From title contenders to relegation battlers, we’ll explore the ideal player each team should target to address their biggest needs and elevate their squad.

Join us as we break down how these potential signings could transform their new clubs, whether it’s solving tactical weaknesses, adding depth, or bringing a creative spark.

From rising stars to seasoned pros, we’ll highlight why these players fit the bill and how they could make an instant impact this season.

Subscribe to The Overlap Breakdown now and never miss an episode. And if you’re enjoying the show, please consider leaving us a five-star review to help others discover the show. Thank you for listening!
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53min
January 02, 2025 Ex-Arsenal Academy Coach on Saka’s Growth & Nwaneri’s Rise | The Overlap Breakdown
Welcome to The Overlap Breakdown Podcast. This week, Harrison sits down with special guest Temisan Williams, a former Arsenal and Spurs academy coach with a wealth of experience in youth development.

In this episode, they dive into Bukayo Saka’s incredible breakthrough at Arsenal, Ethan Nwaneri’s rapid rise through the ranks, and what makes "The Arsenal Way" so unique.

Temisan also shares insights on the role of biomechanics in modern coaching and how it’s revolutionising player performance. Get an exclusive look into the philosophies and techniques behind nurturing the next generation of football stars.

Subscribe to The Overlap Breakdown now and never miss an episode. And if you’re enjoying the show, please consider leaving us a five-star review to help others discover the show. Thank you for listening!
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1h 1min

FAQs about The Overlap Breakdown: The Football Tactics Show:

How many episodes does The Overlap Breakdown: The Football Tactics Show have?

The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.