The Tactics Show: Athletic Bilbao Preview

No Question About That - a Manchester United podcast

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Soccer, Manchester United, Premier League, Sports

4.7 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 29 April 2025

⏱️ 35 minutes

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Tactics Show #29 | Ed, Daniel and Dharnish, preview the upcoming match between Athletic Bilbao and Manchester United. The discussion opens with concerns about Bilbao's tactical prowess under coach Ernesto Valverde and their formidable home record. The team breaks down Athletic Bilbao's flexible 4-2-3-1 system, highlighting their compact defense and explosive attack, particularly focusing on key players like the Williams brothers and their pressing strategies. The conversation shifts to potential weaknesses and how United might exploit them, considering United's recent struggles with finishing and their reliance on Bruno Fernandes' creativity. The episode concludes with insights into the strategic adjustments United might need to make during the game and the implications of potential injuries and strength off the bench, emphasising the critical importance of securing a favorable result in Spain. 💸 SPONSORSNordVPN - You can take advantage of our Exclusive NordVPN deal including four months free on the two year plan and a 30-day money back guarantee. Go to → https://nordvpn.com/nqat AG1 - We have a very special offer worth £82: Subscribe now and get 5 Travel Packs, a Vitamin D3 + K2 bottle, a Welcome Kit & the AG1 Morning Person Cap with your first subscription. Go to → https://drinkAG1.com/nqat 📖 CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction00:27 Analyzing Athletic Bilbao's Tactics03:46 United's Tactical Challenges05:56 Strategies to Counter Athletic Bilbao10:35 Potential Scenarios17:45 Defensive Concerns20:56 Bench and Tactical Adjustments22:32 Lack of Forward Options25:12 Importance of Getting a Result28:28 Final Thoughts If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, including our new tactics pod, check out our Patreon page. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review.Talk to us on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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