Episode 54

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9th Jul 2024

Ep54: Euro 2024 Semi Final Preview - France v Spain.... Puncher V Counter Puncher?

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In this episode, Tom and David discuss the upcoming semifinal match between Spain and France in the European Championship. They analyze the playing styles and strengths of both teams using radar charts and data-driven models.

Spain is shown to be strong in possession, attacking, and pressing, while France excels in counterattacking. However, France has struggled to convert their chances and score goals. The hosts also highlight the importance of key players like N'Golo Kante for France and discuss the potential impact they can have on the game. The conversation focuses on the upcoming match between Spain and France in the European Championship. The hosts discuss the key players and tactics of both teams, as well as their predictions for the outcome of the match.

Keywords

Spain, France, semifinal, European Championship, playing styles, radar charts, possession, attacking, pressing, counterattacking, goals, N'Golo Kante, Spain, France, European Championship, match, key players, tactics, predictions

Takeaways

  • Spain and France have different playing styles, with Spain focusing on possession, attacking, and pressing, while France excels in counterattacking.
  • France has struggled to convert their chances and score goals in the tournament.
  • Key players like N'Golo Kante can have a significant impact on the outcome of the game.
  • The match between Spain and France is expected to be a battle between Spain's aggressive attacking and France's solid defense. France has the ability to win games even when they are not at their best
  • Spain has been consistent and has not had a bad game yet
  • Key players for France include Kante, Mbappe, and Griezmann
  • Key players for Spain include Rodri, Pedri, and Nico Williams
  • Carvajal's absence could impact Spain's defense against Mbappe
  • The match is expected to be a clash of styles, with France potentially playing more defensively
  • The hosts have different predictions for the outcome of the match.

Sound Bites

  • "Spain have been much more productive, haven't they, in the final third?"
  • "In Kante, I think they've got a player that arguably in his prime he was the best in the world for his position."
  • "Can France get a performance out of the players that we know is in there?"
  • "Spain haven't really had a bad game yet, have they?"
  • "Key players for France include Kante, Mbappe, and Griezmann"

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Thomas Butterfield

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I'm a very approachable obsessive learner who is always interested in the stories of others, and how that information and experience can be used to help others move the needle of their life in a positive direction.

As a result of the work I do adults and younger people understand the importance of being an active participant in their own health.

The result of this is we at Elevate Health Chiropractic and Wellbeing are putting better educated individuals into the community who are making better health decisions for themselves and those they care for the most.
They move better, they eat better, they think better.

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We are always looking to work with and help individuals and organisations who value their own health, that of their family, or their staff high enough to take that next step with Elevate Health, Chiropractic and Wellbeing.

David Bromley

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For the last fifteen years I have applied my analytical, systems-evaluation and financial background to the football industry.

As a long-term student of the game I hold coaching badges from the English Football Association and am a certified member of the Professional Football Scouts Association.

I hold distinctions in the Prozone (STATS) Professional Performance Analysis/ Performance Data & Recruitment Certificates Levels 1,2 & 3 in addition to being an F.A. Registered Intermediary.

My experience in football has enabled me to view player recruitment from the 'sharp end' and allows me to tailor my service to meet clients' best interests.