On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s dominant performance against Valencia and Caroline Weir’s hattrick.
Talking points:
Lineup selection and Toril sticking with the same XI
Valencia’s dominance in the opening quarter
Valencia’s usage of the goalkeeper in the buildup
Narrow off-the-ball shape for Vale ... Show More
Aug 2021
First Test! Athletic Club takes points from Barça, plus Atleti, Real Madrid, and the La Liga title race
On episode 281, Dan is joined by Sam Leveridge to discuss an eventful weekend of games around La Liga. They talk Athletic Club putting the pressure on Barcelona, Atleti starting their title defense by defending against Elche, Real Madrid getting caught against Levante, and much m ... Show More
47m 7s
Aug 2022
Two-Horse Race? Barça's Routine Win Over Valladolid and La Liga's Search for Stars
On episode 386, Dan and Alan Feehely discuss Barcelona's 4-0 win over Real Valladolid and how it's starting to look like a two-horse race. They talk about the backline rotation, the forward hierarchy, La Liga's inability to market their stars, and much more!Running Order:Is Xavi ... Show More
58m 51s
Jan 2022
Reasons for Optimism! Ansu's intangibles and Xavi has depth, but Barça fall to Real Madrid
On episode 319, Dan and Rik Sharma of Siempre Positivo discuss Barcelona's 3-2 loss to Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup. They talk Ansu Fati's intangibles, Xavi's newfound depth, questions in the midfield, and much more!Running Order:What are the positives in the loss?How did ... Show More
51m 22s
Feb 2023
Short-Handed Squad! Barça lose to Almeria and Real Madrid Preview
On episode 442, Dan and Emile discuss the awful match against Almería and preview the Copa del Rey El Clásico. They talk about the team without Pedri, a lack of excuses in La Liga, the line-up against Real Madrid, and much more!Running Order:Why was this the worst match of the se ... Show More
46m 35s
Nov 2021
What is Xavi's coaching philosophy? Potential tactics, players who need to impress, and Espanyol preview
On a special bonus edition of The Barcelona Podcast, Dan gives an explainer on what he expects Xavi's tactics to look like. Then he previews Xavi's first opponent as manager, his old rivals Espanyol in the Catalan derby.The first half of this audio was originally released as a Yo ... Show More
24m 41s
May 2023
Xavi's Winning Philosophy! Barcelona are Champions of La Liga
On episode 467, Dan and the Purist discuss how Xavi changed some of his philosophies help win the La Liga title! They talk about Balde against Espanyol, Lewandowski's goal rate, the most important position next season, and much more!Running Order:What does the La Liga title mean? ... Show More
50m 32s
Mar 2022
Statement Win! Barça thrash Real Madrid 4-0 in El Clásico with total team effort
On episode 338, Dan and Francesc discuss Barcelona's 4-0 win over Real Madrid. They talk about how Xavi did it, who raised their game to get the result, the question of sustainability, and much more!Running Order:Are Barcelona "back"?Who was the Man of the Match?How did Barça bre ... Show More
49m 49s
Mar 2022
Barça Belief! Europa League Draw, Pedri against Galatasaray, and El Clásico Preview
On episode 337, Dan and Isaiah from the Barcelona Football Blog discuss Barcelona's 2-1 comeback win over Galatasaray. They talk about the Europa League draw, what Pedri has in common with Iniesta, the potential line-up for El Clásico, and much more!Running Order:How will Barça h ... Show More
48m 48s
Dec 2022
Loan Watch, La Masia Update Including Lamine Yamal and Hector Fort, and Xavi's XI for Espanyol
On episode 423, Dan finishes 2022 (except for one more match review) with an update on the players out on loan and the rising stars of La Masia. Then he wraps up the show by predicting Xavi's XI for Espanyol!Running Order:How is Nico Gonzalez doing at Valencia?What makes Lamine Y ... Show More
42m 26s
Mar 2023
Raphinha's Big Contributions! ter Stegen and VAR down Athletic Club
On episode 446, Dan and Emile discuss the 1-0 win over Athletic Club without overlooking the Negreira business. They talk about ter Stegen's impact on the La Liga title race, Raphinha's ability to pop up in big moments, Balde vs. Nico Williams Jr., and much more!Running Order:Wha ... Show More
47m 54s