In this episode, Ben and Jack look ahead to the future of the podcast, discussing some exciting format changes and what listeners can expect from the next chapter of Regista. We then dive into the beginning of the Iraola era, breaking down his coaching philosophy, tactical approach, and the key principles that define his teams.

We also explore why Liverpool identified him as the right appointment, what he brings to the club, and the challenges and expectations that await in his first season.

The conversation then shifts to the summer transfer window, where we assess the biggest deals completed so far, the clubs making the smartest moves, and the teams still with work to do before the deadline. We discuss how transfers could reshape the Premier League landscape, the impact of new signings, and the storylines that are likely to dominate the weeks ahead.

It is the perfect season opener, covering the future of the podcast, the tactical identity of Liverpool under Iraola, and everything surrounding one of the busiest and most intriguing summer transfer windows in recent years.

After a post-season break, Ben and Jack are back!!!

In this episode, Ben and Jack turn their attention to the World Cup, reflecting on the tournament as a whole and working through the biggest talking points to emerge both on and off the pitch. From the new-look format to the wider changes surrounding the competition, we assess how the tournament evolved and whether those adjustments improved the overall experience.

We break down the major format and rule changes, looking at how they affected the rhythm of the competition, the tactical approach of the teams, and the way individual matches unfolded. The conversation also covers the standout nations, players, managers, performances, and moments that helped define the tournament, as well as the teams who exceeded expectations and those who ultimately fell short.

To finish, we present the official Regista World Cup Awards, recognising the best player, manager, team, young player, goal, match, and individual performance of the tournament. It is a complete World Cup review built around the football, the tournament structure, the defining storylines, and the moments we will remember most.

In this episode, Ben and Jack take a step back from the weekly match reviews to hand out their official 25/26 Premier League end-of-season awards. With the final table settled and the campaign complete, this episode looks back at the players, managers, teams, and moments that defined the season.

We work through the biggest categories from across the league, including Player of the Season, Young Player of the Season, Manager of the Season, Signing of the Season, and Team of the Season. Rather than just picking names, the conversation focuses on the reasoning behind each choice, the context around their performances, and how much their impact shaped the story of the campaign.

From standout individual seasons to surprise packages, disappointments, breakout stars, and the moments that will be remembered most, this is a full Premier League awards episode built around debate, reflection, and the key narratives from the 25/26 season.

In this episode, Ben and Jack look ahead to the Champions League final as Arsenal prepare to face PSG in one of the biggest games of the season. With the Premier League campaign wrapped up, attention turns fully to Europe, where Arsenal have the chance to end the season with a historic statement on the biggest stage.

We break down the key tactical questions heading into the final, looking at how Arsenal may try to control the game, where PSG can hurt them, and which individual battles could decide the outcome. From Arsenal’s structure in possession to PSG’s pace, pressing, and attacking threat, the episode focuses on the details that could shape the flow of the match.

The conversation also covers the wider context around the final: what this game means for Mikel Arteta’s side, how Arsenal should approach the pressure of the occasion, and whether PSG’s experience and attacking quality gives them the edge. It is a focused Champions League final preview built around tactics, match-ups, game state, and the emotional weight of a massive European night.

In this episode, Ben and Jack take a step back to review the Premier League season as a whole, breaking down the final picture across the title race, European qualification, and relegation battle. Rather than focusing on one individual match, this episode looks at the wider story of the campaign, from the teams who finished strongest to the sides left reflecting on what went wrong.

We work through the biggest talking points from the final table, including the title winners, the clubs who secured European football, and the teams who dropped out of the Premier League. From there, the conversation shifts to the end of an era, as we say goodbye to some major Premier League figures: Pep Guardiola, Andy Robertson, and Mohamed Salah.

Jack also takes time to reflect on his favourite Salah and Robertson moments, looking back at what they meant to Liverpool, the supporters, and the wider Premier League. It is a season-review episode built around the final standings, the major storylines, and the emotional farewell to players and managers who helped define an era.

Location: Seek Beer Co. - North Park, San Diego

In this episode, Ben and Jack work through the current Premier League picture and the latest Champions League semi-final action, combining league-wide context with deeper tactical review. We begin with an overview of the Premier League table, looking at the title charge, the race for Champions League football, and the developing relegation battle as the season moves towards its decisive stage.

From there, attention turns to Europe with reviews of both Champions League semi-finals. We break down Arsenal vs Atletico, looking at the key tactical themes, the areas where the game was won and lost, and what the result says about Arsenal’s development on the biggest stage. We then move to Bayern Munich vs PSG, assessing the main patterns of the match, the individual battles that shaped it, and how both sides approached such a high-level European tie.

We finish by tying everything back to the bigger competitive picture, asking what these results mean for the teams still chasing major honours, the clubs fighting for Europe, and the sides trying to survive at the bottom of the Premier League.

PSG vs Bayern Images

In this episode, Ben and Jack focus in on one of the biggest fixtures in the English calendar with a Merseyside Derby special, breaking down Everton vs Liverpool through the lenses of tactics, structure, emotion, and match context. Rather than covering multiple games, this episode stays centred on a single review, allowing for a more detailed look at how the match unfolded, what each side was trying to do, and why the game played out the way it did.

We examine the tactical setup of both teams, looking at their shapes in and out of possession, the key structural decisions that defined the contest, and the main areas of control and disruption across the pitch. From there, the focus shifts to the numbers behind the performance, using stats to support the eye test and add context to the major moments, momentum swings, and decisive phases of the match.

Alongside the tactical and statistical analysis, we also spend time on the emotional side of the derby — the intensity, pressure, atmosphere, and edge that make this fixture different from almost any other. It is a focused episode built around one match, but with enough depth to cover the tactical detail, the game state, and the feeling of the occasion in full.

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Arsenal vs Man City will come in a PT2.

In this episode, Ben and Jack work through another major stretch in the football calendar, combining match review with deeper tactical analysis as the season begins to sharpen across both domestic and European competition. We open with brief Premier League reflections on Liverpool vs Fulham and Arsenal vs Bournemouth, looking at the key patterns from each match, the broader performance context, and what the results reveal about where both sides are at this stage of the campaign.From there, attention turns to the Champions League with reviews of Liverpool vs PSG and Arsenal vs Sporting. We break down the main tactical themes from both ties, the structural details that shaped the matches, and the moments of control, vulnerability, and adjustment that defined each performance against top-level opposition.We finish by looking ahead to two huge Premier League fixtures: Everton vs Liverpool and Man City vs Arsenal. We explore the likely game states, the main tactical pressure points in each match, and the key battles that could swing the outcome as the run-in begins to take on even greater importance. It is another wide-ranging episode built around performance review, tactical detail, and the bigger competitive picture.

Location: Seek Beer Co. - North Park, San Diego

In this episode, Ben and Jack work through another busy run of fixtures across England and Europe, combining immediate match review with broader tactical context. We begin with Manchester City vs Liverpool, breaking down the main patterns of the game, the decisive moments that shaped the result, and what the performance says about both sides at this stage of the season.

From there, attention shifts to Arsenal, starting with a review of their meeting with Southampton before moving into Sporting vs Arsenal, where we assess the structural themes of the match, the key tactical questions it raised, and how Arsenal’s overall level is developing across different competitions. We also spend time on PSG vs Liverpool, reflecting on the balance of the game, the major tactical talking points, and why PSG in particular deserve significant praise for their performance.

We finish by looking ahead to the next round of Premier League action with brief previews of Liverpool vs Fulham and Arsenal vs Bournemouth, discussing the likely game states, the main pressure points, and what each side will need to do to take control.

In this episode, Ben and Jack work through another packed football schedule, blending immediate reaction with deeper tactical analysis as attention turns to some of the biggest questions and fixtures across England. We begin with a detailed discussion around whether Roberto De Zerbi is the right fit for Spurs, breaking down the structural demands of his style, the tactical principles he would look to impose, and how well the current squad might suit what he wants both in and out of possession.

From there, the focus shifts to the FA Cup with a preview of Southampton vs Arsenal. We explore the likely game state, where Arsenal may look to establish control, and the main areas Southampton could target if they are to make the tie uncomfortable. Attention then turns to Man City vs Liverpool, where we assess the tactical themes that could define the match, the structural battles in and out of possession, and the key details that may decide a huge cup fixture between two elite sides.

We finish with a broader look across the next round of matches, previewing five key games involving the teams battling for the league title, pushing for Champions League qualification, and fighting to avoid relegation. It is a wide-ranging episode built around tactical fit, match context, and the pressure points shaping this stage of the season.