#1010 | Ed and Dharnish begin a three-part season tactical review, covering the start of the campaign through the autumn and setting up later segments on Ruben Amarin’s downfall and Michael Carrick’s resurgence. There’s a review of early matches including Arsenal, Fulham, Burnley, City, Chelsea, Brentford, and a damaging loss at Grimsby. Why did Amorim lean into long balls, why wouldn’t he move away from his beloved 3-4-3, and why did he insist on playing his best players out of position ... or not at all? 

00:00 Intro and Season Overview

01:18 Early Season: Amorim Ball

04:13 Grimsby and The Low Point

12:06 Attack Clicks and Set Pieces Saving Amorim

12:58 Pressing & Defensive Issues

19:39 Three Wins in a Row and Brighton

22:18 Transition to Part 2: Amorim's Downfall

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