In this episode, we discuss the tactical trends of 2023.

The Athletic’s Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme join Ali Maxwell to explore…

First up, full backs and defenders moving into midfield. Inversions, actions and equal & opposite reactions are all covered here.

Did the back three become an endangered species in 2023 and will wingbacks go the way of the Dodo in 2024?

What were the big statistical trends this year? More goals, fewer red cards and the comeback of… the comeback.

The 2023 “Calendar Year” table finds Chelsea and Aston Villa in unexpected places.

And Michael reflects on the multiple tactical evolutions we saw during the 2023 Women’s World Cup.

Produced by Steve Hankey.

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