SCOUT· 64%45m·2026-08-21·SportsNewcastle vs Liverpool + early season tactical trends
Welcome to a brand new offering on The Athletic FC Podcast: our Tactical Preview show. Kate Mason, Rob Green and Liam Tharme are here to run you through the biggest matches from an analytical lens. This week, we talk tactical trends we expect to take hold this season, while our primary focus is on the big battle at St…
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