About this episode
Link to book in New York: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/managing-madrid-podcast-live-in-new-york-city-tickets-924744574917 Link to book in Mumbai: https://insider.in/managing-madrid-live-podcast-antisocial-mumbai-iehpl/event In this latest episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, hosts Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan delve into France’s recent clash with Austria during the Euro 2024 group stage. The conversation touches on several key points, including individual performances, team dynamics, and tactics. Here’s a detailed recap of their discussion. France’s Performance: Areas for Improvement Kiyan and Mehedi begin by analyzing France’s overall performance, noting that while the team secured a win, there are notable areas for improvement. They highlight that France struggled with vertical passing in midfield, a critical component that was missing in their game against Austria. Also some notes on lineups and defense. Austria Under Rangnick Rangnick’s influence was evident in Austria’s pressing and build-up structure. The crew discusses. Underlying Analytics The podcast delves into the underlying analytics of the match, offering a deeper understanding of the game’s flow and key moments. Lots of data visual analysis is involved. France’s Midfield Dynamics A significant part of the conversation centers on France’s midfield. With Tchouameni not starting, France lacked a player who could effectively distribute the ball vertically and connect the defense with the attack. Performances: Mbappe and Camavinga Kylian Mbappe’s performance was a focal point of the discussion. Kiyan and Mehedi analyzed his impact on the game, noting his ability to create chances and his relentless drive. They also speculated on what Mbappe will bring to Real Madrid, with both hosts excited about his potential move and the dynamism he could add to Los Blancos. Eduardo Camavinga’s performance off the bench was another highlight. Camavinga brought energy and had two important defensive interventions. Are Germany the Favourites? Towards the end of the podcast, the hosts discussed whether Germany are the favorites for Euro 2024, and how other teams stack up. Join the Managing Madrid Podcast Live Events Listeners are encouraged to join the Managing Madrid Podcast live events in New York and Mumbai for more in-depth discussions and analysis. The New York event, hosted by Kiyan Sobhani and Gabe Lezra, is set for August 4th. You can book your spot here . Additionally, don’t miss the Mumbai event on June 23rd, hosted by Siddharth Ramsundar. Reserve your tickets here . Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani ( @KiyanSo ) Mehedi Hassan ( @MHassanFootball ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices