
A weekly Football Manager podcast brought to you by Gaffer Graemo
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 133 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Women’s football isn’t a simplified version of the men’s game — it’s a tactical laboratory. In this episode, we explore why the women’s game often demonstrates greater collective intelligence, discipline, and creativity than its male equivalent. Guid... more
Tired of rigid formations that can't adapt? Paulo Fonseca's systems from Roma to Olympique Lyonnais have mastered the art of tactical transformation - a 4-2-3-1 that morphs into a devastating 3-4-2-1 in possession, creating numerical advantages acros... more
Football Manager 26 has introduced the biggest tactical overhaul in the series' history - and women's football is the key to mastering it. Before you start a save in the Men's Universe, you might want to hear this.
FC Barcelona Femení went 38 games ... more
Can you play beautiful, possession-based football with technically limited players in the lower divisions? Xavi García Pimienta spent 28 years at Barcelona proving the answer is yes. His message: players are defined by their numbers (the space they o... more
Forget rigid systems. This week, we dissect the tactical genius of Luis Enrique, using his fluid approach—where a 4-2-3-1 seamlessly transitions into a 3-4-2-1—as the ultimate blueprint for FM26.
This is for intermediate/advanced managers ready to c... more
"This is football, papa." José Bordalás doesn't apologise for his approach, and neither should you. While purists rage about his style, Ancelotti and Zidane quietly study his methods. Why? Because Bordalás proved that intensity and directness can com... more
Are you tired of racking up 70% possession in Football Manager, only to see your team produce three shots and zero highlights? In this week’s episode of The FM Technical Area, we’re breaking the myth that Tiki-Taka has to be slow, sideways, and predi... more
Welcome back to The FM Technical Area, the Football Manager Podcast!
How did Robin Gosens go from Germany's fourth division to starring at the Euros in just five years? The answer lies in Gian Piero Gasperini's wingback revolution at Atalanta, where... more
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Focused primarily on the strategic and tactical aspects of Football Manager, this podcast provides deep insights into gameplay mechanics, character development, and recent trends in the football simulation world. The discussions frequently highlight the evolving nature of tactics and the latest game updates, particularly emphasizing the incorporation of women's football and the tactical nuances that accompany it. Unique elements include analyses of real-world managerial philosophies and their applications within Football Manager, allowing listeners to glean actionable strategies that enhance their gameplay experience.
Listeners can expect frequent guest features and expert insights into various coaching strategies, making it a valuable reso... more
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