Episode 56

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13th Jul 2024

Ep56: Euro 2024 Final Preview: England v Spain - Who Will Win?

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Summary

In this episode of the Attacking the Championship podcast, Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss England's performance in the semi-final against the Netherlands. They analyse the team's improved playing style, including more positive and confident play, smart passes, and progressive runs. They also discuss the controversial penalty decision.

In this conversation, Tom and David discuss the performance of Harry Kane in the England national team. They analyze his role and effectiveness in the team, as well as the potential impact of other players in the squad. They also discuss the upcoming final against Spain and share their predictions for the match.

Keywords

England, performance, playing style, smart passes, progressive runs, penalty decision, Harry Kane, Harry Kane, England national team, performance, role, effectiveness, squad, final, Spain, predictions

Takeaways

  • England showed an improved playing style in the semi-final, with more positive and confident play
  • The team made more smart passes and progressive runs, which helped break through the Dutch defense
  • The controversial penalty decision raised questions about the interpretation of fouls and dangerous play
  • The role of Harry Kane in the team was discussed, with confusion about his positioning and involvement in the game Harry Kane's performance in the England national team has been a topic of discussion, with questions about his role and effectiveness.
  • The team's performance as a whole has influenced Kane's performance, with his effectiveness depending on the support and runners around him.
  • The upcoming final against Spain presents a challenge for England, and the team's approach and lineup will be crucial.
  • England has a strong squad with talented players who can match up against Spain's players.
  • The outcome of the final is uncertain, but both Tom and David hope for an entertaining and competitive match.

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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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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.