Ova D Ba

Chelsea face Atletico Madrid in the 2020/21 UEFA Champions League knockout stages. Atleti are missing a couple of key players (e.g. Gimenez and Carrasco) but that was unlikely to change the pragmatic style Diego Simeone is known for. Simeone’s team knocked out one of the favourites last year, in Liverpool with devastating counter attacking play. Tuchel has only just taken the helm in the past couple of weeks and this game would be but one of a few in a season defining run of games. Ova D Ba tactically analyse this clash as well as discussing the plight of some EPL managers who have been struggling as of late.Enjoy! Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00Dhc2iu1lk Time stamps:·       00:00:09 – 00:00:00 – Intro·       00:00:00 – 00:19:25 – Thoughts on the Game·       00:01:31 – 00:02:20 – Atleti Disclaimer·       00:09:57 – 00:19:25 – Managers and the Media·       00:12:28 – 00:14:29 – The Best Defender in the World?·       00:19:29 – 00:30:40 – Atletico Madrid Tactics·       00:30:44 – 00:48:23 – Chelsea Tactics·       00:41:14 – 00:44:14 – Communicate·       00:48:27 – 00:55:47 – Goal (‘68)·       00:55:51 – 00:56:05 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

All season Ova D Ba have joked about how James Rodrigues is more of a liability than asset. All season we’ve wondered how Carlo Ancelotti would find a way to find space for this prototypical luxury player. Ova D Ba analyse Carlo Ancelotti’s pragmatism versus Klopp’s Liverpool who were buoyed by their victory against Red Bull Leipzig in the UEFA Champions League. Given RB Leipzig don’t defend with the same tenacity as most English Premier League teams this was a completely different test. We also discuss why we do not think the Liverpool FBs can actually play WMs.Enjoy! Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpyMGrbTnow Time stamps:·       00:00:09 – 00:00:41 – Intro·       00:00:45 – 00:09:24 – Thoughts on the Game·       00:09:28 – 00:25:48 – Liverpool Tactics·       00:16:39 – 00:17:44 – Can Liverpool’s FBs play WM?·       00:25:52 – 00:36:05 – Everton Tactics·       00:36:09 – 00:42:32 – Goal (‘3)·       00:42:36 – 00:42:49 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

Barcelona have got Ronald Koeman, a club legend, in to weather the Barca ship as they try and rebuild. Recently they’ve seen an improvement in their domestic league form. The UEFA Champions League knockout stages are a completely different kettle of fish, which Barcelona have simply not been able to manage in recent years. Ova D Ba tactically analyse this rematch of the 2017 knockout stages which saw 11 goals get scored over the two legs. We also discuss Barcelona’s wage structure. Also, Mauricio Pochettino has won a trophy so we have to respect him now, enough said.Enjoy! Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpyMGrbTnow Time stamps:·       00:00:09 – 00:00:29 – Intro·       00:00:33 – 00:14:57 – Thoughts on the Game·       00:01:24 – 00:14:57 – Those Barca Wages are Gross·       00:15:01 – 00:34:20 – Barcelona Tactics·       00:16:02 – 00:22:19 – Barca’s Non-Negotiable Press·       00:34:24 – 00:48:26 – Paris Saint Germain Tactics·       00:48:30 – 00:58:04 – Goal (‘32)·       00:58:08 – 00:58:21 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

It isn’t long ago that the Spurs (and United) fans could dream that their team could take of the hectic season to dictate their new normal. How quickly things change in this truncated season. Kane has been rushed back to the squad to keep the squad’s chances of achieving a Champions League spot alive. The Ova D Ba hosts tactically analyse how Guardiola has adjusted his system to take advantage of the players at his disposal. We also talk briefly about THAT goal and other indefensible defensive errors we have seen recently.Enjoy! Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpyMGrbTnow Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:43 – Intro00:00:47 – 00:21:46 – Thoughts on the Game00:07:23 – 00:11:37 – The Dunning-Kruger Podcast00:11:37 – 00:21:46 – THAT Goal00:21:50 – 00:37:16 – Manchester City Tactics00:37:20 – 00:53:59 – Tottenham Hotspur Tactics00:54:03 – 01:02:14 – Goal (‘50)01:02:19 – 01:02:40 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

Ova D Ba tackle this wonderful game between the last two English Premier League champions. In recent weeks Liverpool have had Burnley and Brighton & Hove Albion ruin what was their truly staggering unbeaten home run. Manchester City conversely are in a very rich vain of form and seemingly have worked out all their defensive kinks. We discuss the tactics, varying formations, passing IQ and difficulties for centre midfielders filling in at centre back.Enjoy! Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcvvCinUtI4 Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:49 – Intro00:00:53 – 00:00:00 – Thoughts on the Game00:02:45 – 00:06:42 – Chelsea‘s Forgotten Players00:12:19 – 00:16:39 – Let’s Appreciate Defenders00:16:39 – 00:20:37 – A Liverpool Fan’s Bias00:20:41 – 00:45:46 – Liverpool Tactics00:21:51 – 00:26:03 – Alisson Errors Breakdown00:45:50 – 01:00:44 – Manchester City Tactics01:00:48 – 01:10:06 – Goal (’73)01:10:10 – 01:10:23 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

In the wake of another Chelsea manager’s sacking, the Ova D Ba co-hosts tactically analyse the Arsenal versus Manchester United match after given their unsolicited two pence on Lampard’s departure and how his successor may be able to get the most out of the Chelsea squad. We also consider Solskjaer’s recent use of Pogba as a wide midfielder and the advantages and disadvantages of putting a central midfielder in an unorthodox position.Enjoy! Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOX1p-g74p8Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:33 – Intro00:00:37 – 00:17:09 – Thoughts on the Game00:00:43 – 00:17:09 – Tuchel’s Chelsea00:17:13 – 00:28:53 – Arsenal Tactics00:00:36 – 00:48:36 – Manchester United Tactics00:31:04 – 00:41:00 – What Would Pep Do (With This United Squad)00:48:40 – 00:48:53 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

As the Premier League almost ceremoniously take the time to react to another Chelsea manager losing their job, Arsenal creep slowly up the table. Arsenal struggled to find the back of the net earlier in the season but Arteta has improved the team’s creativity by harnessing the fearlessness and hunger of the Arsenal youth in place of the seasoned and more expensive players in the Arsenal squad. Southampton have generally performed exceptionally since Hasenhuttl took over and sit high in the table. Both have been in good form recently, but this was a test for both given the mid-week fixture congestion. It was fascinating to see how each team adapted the team to deal with these demands and the questions posed by their opponents.Enjoy! Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ow9PhLa0NRE Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:29 – Intro00:00:33 – 00:05:42 – Thoughts on the Game00:00:41 – 00:02:45 – Lampard Out00:05:46 – 00:21:39 – Southampton Tactics00:21:00 – 00:31:16 – Arsenal Tactics00:31:20 – 00:36:22 – Goal (‘8)00:36:26 – 00:36:50 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

On this episode, the Ova D Ba co-hosts are joined by Phininder Balaghan to discuss the UEFA Champions League knockout draw and Manchester United’s absence. We then discuss the teams that have and haven’t surprised us thus far in the English Premier League. There’s also brief talk on how the CB role may develop and proper post-exit etiquette.Enjoy! Buzzsprout Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:01:05 – Intro00:01:07 – 00:02:05 – Plan for the Show00:02:05 – 00:30:41 – UCL Knockout Predictions00:03:21 – 00:10:30 – Borussia Monchengladbach versus Manchester City00:05:52 – 00:10:30 – Sterling, Wijnaldum and Proper Post-Exit Etiquette00:10:30 – 00:12:07 – Lazio versus Bayern Munich00:12:07 – 00:14:25 – Atletico Madrid versus Chelsea00:14:25 – 00:19:26 – Red Bull Leipzig versus Liverpool00:16:31 – 00:19:13 – Liverpool Shooting Blanks00:19:26 – 00:19:35 – Porto versus Juventus00:19:35 – 00:23:05 – Barcelona versus Paris Saint Germain00:23:05 – 00:23:52 – Sevilla versus Borussia Dortmund00:23:52 – 00:30:38 – Atalanta versus Real Madrid00:25:41 – 00:30:38 – Dream Liverpool and Real Madrid Centre Back Pair00:30:43 – 01:12:13 – EPL Update00:30:55 – 00:33:22 – Super Frank to Win the Leag…00:33:23 – 00:44:17 – Centre Back Hybrids00:45:17 – 00:53:08 – Arteta Out?00:53:08 – 00:58:37 – Everton: A Liverpool Fan’s Perspective00:58:37 – 01:05:38 – Top 6 Form01:05:38 – 01:08:29 – Farewell Sheffield United01:08:29 – 01:10:50 – City’s Games in Hand01:10:50 – 01:12:01 – Leicester – The EPL Wildcard01:12:15 – 01:12:48 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

Phininder Balaghan joins the Ova D Ba co-hosts to discuss the latest top 6 battle. Liverpool are unsurprisingly far from their dizzying heights last season but remain a force to reckon with at Anfield with an astonishing unbeaten run. Manchester United were one of a few teams to take any points from Liverpool last season and Ole was looking to do the same this season. With every team’s resources depleted by COVID-19, the top 6 have moved to pragmatism. Was this game yet another exhibition of that or were we just unlucky? Enjoy!Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UTrkZfHsFQ Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:01:19 – Intro00:01:20 – 00:28:54 – Thoughts on the Game00:02:16 – 00:12:38 – Players That Don't Fit the Intended Style00:12:38 – 00:15:09 – Gomes/Matip Replacement00:28:56 – 00:42:39 – Liverpool Tactics00:32:11 – 00:35:03 – Red Tabletop?00:42:41 – 00:56:56 – Manchester United Tactics00:52:35 – 00:54:55 – Pragmatism During a Marathon00:56:58 – 00:57:26 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

The philosopher versus the pragmatist. The beloved artist versus the shunned serial winner. Whatever the ideas held about the managers of these two teams. They are sitting in similar places in the Premier League at the New Year and Ova D Ba tactically analyses this match where Mourinho attacked and Leeds struggled to. We also briefly discuss moral philosophy of tweet etiquette.Enjoy! Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WrFzQ-VvvqY Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:44 – Intro00:00:46 – 00:00:00 – Thoughts00:01:31 – 00:05:54 – The ‘Perfect’ Promoted Team00:05:54 – 00:14:08 – Rage Against the Machine00:14:10 – 00:28:05 – Tottenham Hotspur Tactics00:28:07 – 00:40:28 – Leeds United Tactics00:40:30 – 00:48:24 – Goal (‘43)00:48:26 – 00:48:41 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

 Two teams in a similar geographical positions but worlds apart in their English Premier League standings. Arteta’s side has struggled to score despite Aubameyang being in amazing form last season with; 2nd with 22 goals. Arteta had improved the atmosphere around the camp, especially winning silverware but certain sections of his fanbase were growing dissatisfied with his defence first approach and ‘by the numbers’ attacking system. This episode Ova D Ba tactically analyse this clash between these fierce London rivals as well as briefly consider the other aspects that a manager is actually assessed on.Enjoy! Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vYQBaQ9Zw0 Sources:Clear Review, ‘Measuring Performance Management Effectiveness: 5 Steps to an Effective System’ (unknown) https://www.clearreview.com/resources/guides/how-to-measure-performance-management/            Deborah Holstein, ‘4 Ways to Reduce Bias in Performance Reviews’ (2019) https://www.hrtechnologist.com/articles/performance-management-hcm/4-ways-to-reduce-bias-in-performance-reviews/            M Arraya, ‘Design and construct a performance measurement system in sports organisations’ (2016) Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:40 – Intro00:00:42 – 00:22:38 – Thoughts on the Game00:02:18 – 00:11:50 – Make Chelsea’s Attack Great Again00:11:50 – 00:20:37 – Performance Measurement on the Manager Merry-go-round00:22:40 – 00:42:51 – Arsenal Tactics00:24:52 – 00:27:01 – Obligatory ‘Did He Dive?’ Debate00:42:53 – 00:57:51 – Chelsea Tactics00:54:55 – 00:57:47 – Getting More from Werner00:57:53 – 01:05:19 – Goal (‘44)01:05:19 – 01:05:32 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

Manchester United versus Leeds United. The United derby. The Roses rivalry.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer faced off against Bielsa who has thrown the rule book out the window for newly promoted team, winning hearts in the process. His team value process over results and play with unbelievable heart and this game was yet another exhibition of that as they fought to get three points despite the widening goal margin throughout. It was fascinating to consider tactically. We also considered Leeds United’s turnovers, set pieces and whether they are too east to press.Enjoy!Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qzqgfhp4dQ Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:01:09 – Intro00:01:11 – 00:10:46 – Thoughts on the Game00:02:06 – 00:03:56 – Goalkeeper’s Union00:03:56 – 00:10:46 – Tactical IQ, Turnovers and Transitions00:10:48 – 00:25:20 – Manchester United Tactics00:25:22 – 00:48:38 – Leeds United Tactics00:26:25 – 00:28:57 – Leeds United Set Pieces00:30:20 – 00:33:02 – Are Leeds Too Easy to Press?00:48:40 – 00:58:52 – Goal (‘4)00:58:54 – 00:59:07 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

On this episode the Ova D Ba co-hosts tactically analyse perhaps one of the most important games of the season as the champions come up against the title challengers. Klopp versus Mourinho. Liverpool versus Tottenham Hotspur. This game did not disappoint as while the team’s played as expected there was something for everyone, fluid attacking movement and doggedness in equal measure. We also talk a bit about the UEFA Champions League knock out draw and Mourinho’s deflection tactics.Enjoy!Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X39ZUasiq7s Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:33 – Intro00:00:35 – 00:20:46 – Thoughts on the Game00:01:54 – 00:13:26 – UCL Draw00:20:48 – 00:33:29 – Liverpool Tactics00:33:31 – 00:51:39 – Tottenham Hotspur Tactics00:51:41 – 00:57:15 – Goal (‘89)00:57:17 – 00:57:30 – OutroSocials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-VNseu093w On the past 3 occasions Manchester United have upset expectations by winning against one of the best teams to grace the English Premier League. This derby likely lacked atmosphere due to the fans’ absence but maybe also due to both side being unwilling to risk losing all the points available whilst languishing in ‘upper-mid table’. Solskjaer and Guardiola both are having their reputations questioned, one due to his team crashing out of the Champion’s League and the other because his team are not meeting the high standards he has set for himself and his teams. We tactically analyse this tense affair.Enjoy! Sources:Alex Keble, ‘Are Man Utd winning games because of Solskjaer or in spite of him?’ (goal.com, 7th December 2020) https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/are-man-utd-winning-games-because-of-solskjaer-or-in-spite/14npix77vtjpb10storodgpmkpCharlotte Duncker, ‘Are man Utd making any progress under Solskjaer? Under-fire boss needs more than a derby win to silence critics’ (11th December 2020) https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/are-man-utd-making-any-progress-under-solskjaer-under-fire/ybq8vvpo6xhx15hhwmc37bzuj Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:01:26 – Intro00:01:28 – 00:26:14 – Thoughts on the Game00:03:32 – 00:12:20 – Manchester City Blues Without Silva00:12:20 – 00:26:14 – In Spite of Ole?00:26:16 – 00:37:40 – Manchester United Tactics00:37:42 – 00:55:09 – Manchester City Tactics00:55:11 – 00:55:25 – OutroSocials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube # give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly # please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally # we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify # iTunes # TuneIn # etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaUl7yaGw50 On this episode the co-hosts attempt to resuscitate the life that should have been in this game as Real Madrid and Borussia Monchengladbach fought over the two knockout stage positions up for grabs in Group B of the UEFA Champions League. Unfortunately for us Borussia Monchengladbach sent a shadow team, or at least they played like one. Regardless we focus on the tactics and have a blast. Enjoy! Sources:Zonal Marking, ‘Why have Arsenal become obsessed with crossing the ball?’ (9th December 2020) Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:01:09 – Intro00:01:20 – 00:08:32 – Manchester United Blues00:08:34 – 00:25:51 – Real Madrid Tactics00:20:17 – 00:24:06 – Just Not Good Enough00:25:53 – 00:41:47 – Tactics00:36:59 – 00:38:25 – Arteta’s ‘Pure Maths’00:41:49 – 00:46:04 – Goals00:46:06 – 00:46:19 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_anraVPaPE&feature=onebox On this episode the Over the Bar hosts tactically analyse the fierce battle between the newbie, Lampard and veteran manager, Bielsa. Lampard hugely benefited from his social capital and competent stint at Derby to snatch the big job and is currently in a strong position to fight for Premiership. As we’ve eluded to, this episode we consider briefly whether managers or money make the difference. Enjoy! Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:33 – Intro00:00:33 – 00:06:26 – Thoughts on the Game00:02:23 – 00:06:26 – Money Over Hardwork00:06:28 – 00:35:52 – Chelsea Tactics00:10:16 – 00:14:36 – Fans are Back and Having Their Say00:26:46 – 00:30:36 – An Ode to Giroud00:32:23 – 00:34:33 – Giroud versusTammy00:35:58 – 00:55:28 – Leeds United Tactics00:55:30 – 01:03:26 – Goal (‘4)01:03:28 – 01:03:41 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeG1dmEZ8hc  Chelsea versus Tottenham Hotspur; typically an exciting game both on and off the pitch. Recently with Mourinho having heated exchanges for his mentee after Tottenham were bested last season. This time the two managers have potentially more to gain given the lofty positions near or at the apex of the English Premier League and as such both had a lot to play for. Given we’re 10 games in we discuss how Chelsea has settled into the season thus far, especially some of their key signings. We also tactically analyse the two sides in this tense battle in the capital.Enjoy! Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:52 – Intro00:00:52 – 00:27:30 – Thoughts on the Game00:03:44 – 00:09:32 – Mendy and the Defence00:09:39 – 00:19:31 – Ziyech00:14:49 – 00:19:31 – Havertz00:19:31 – 00:27:32 – Outcome Based Tactics00:27:32 – 00:39:30 – Chelsea Tactics00:39:32 – 00:48:30 – Tottenham Hotspur Tactics00:48:32 – 00:48:46 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

Link to match highlights:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9AnDP3EJkw A fortnight ago Liverpool embarrassed Gasperini’s men, 5 – 0 in their own backyard. This game, Liverpool were greatly diminished by injuries and had an eye on their Saturday game but Atalanta just did not care and came for Liverpool with a vengeance. Atalanta have been especially prolific in Serie A and the UEFA Champions League and without doubt this game was an exhibition of how they achieve that attacking flair. We tactically analyse Gasperini’s men and also comment on TiFo podcast’s comments on balancing recruitment against the tactical philosophy and zeitgeist. Enjoy! Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:58 – Intro00:01:01 – 00:22:43 – Thoughts on the Game00:01:46 – 00:05:05 – Liverpool’s B Side00:05:25 – 00:22:43 – Recruitment or Tactics?00:08:31 – 00:12:10 – Damned if You Press, Damned if You Don’t00:22:45 – 00:37:54 – Liverpool Tactics00:37:56 – 00:49:50 – Atalanta Tactics00:49:52 – 00:57:52 – Goal (‘64)00:57:54 – 00:58:17 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

Link to match highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=no6WCLOHEFc On this episode we discuss the tactical battle between Mourinho and Guardiola. Manchester City have struggled for goals this season and this game was par for course.  Mourinho and his backroom staff had a real treat for Pep’s men after the international break with Son, Bergwijn and Lo Celso spearheading Tottenham’s incisive counter attacks at the heart of Manchester City’s defence. We also discuss Pep’s comments on his centre back’s proactive defending and how to assess Kevin De Bruyne who is expected to carry Manchester City almost single-handedly in attack currently against the top teams. Enjoy! Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:43 – Intro00:00:45 – 00:05:31 – Thoughts on the Game00:01:02 – 00:04:45 – Challengers Emerge: Chelsea and Tottenham00:05:33 – 00:18:13 – Tottenham Hotspur Tactics00:14:34 – 00:18:05 – Reactive versus Proactive Defending Part 100:18:15 – 00:39:25 – Manchester City Tactics00:18:23 – 00:21:37 – Where Have All the Goals Gone?00:21:42 – 00:27:16 – Reactive versus Proactive Defending Part 200:34:09 – 00:37:33 – De Bruyne00:39:27 – 00:39:40 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)

On this episode Ova D Ba hosts and a guest, friend of the show, Phininder Balaghan recap the season thus far. We discuss over- and underachievers, managers who have surprised us and teams that we’re worried for. Lastly, we also hash it out on whether promoted teams have spent enough or not. Enjoy!Time stamps:00:00:09 – 00:00:49 – Intro00:01:22 – 00:02:32 – International Break00:02:37 – 00:10:19 – They Saw a Game: MNC vs LIV00:10:19 – 00:59:45 – Over- and Underachievers00:59:45 – 01:08:41 – Under- and Overachieving Managers01:18:41 – 01:25:23 – You Just Didn’t Spend Enough01:25:23 – 01:28:14 – Most Erroneous Predictions01:28:16 – 01:28:30 – Outro Socials: Follow us on Twitter for notifications and updates when a new podcast has gone live.Please subscribe to us on YouTube, give the video a thumbs up…& hit the bell icon to get notifications.Similarly, please give us a like & follow on FacebookIf you want to support us financially please have a look at our Patreon page for continued support and Paypal for one off donations.Finally, we are available on all podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, iTunes, TuneIn, etc.). Please review us wherever you listen as it goes a long way Podcast Website: http://www.buzzsprout.com/791540Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2tfSSZ0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9yPApx0K8N5w0JTogrQwCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Over-the-Bar-Pod-107922444086809/?view_public_for=107922444086809Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overthebarPayPal: www.paypal.me/overthebarTwitter: @OvertheBarPodSupport the show (http://patreon.com/overthebar)