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Si is away so Darth hosts Hamzah and Dr Barts to review the 2 wins against AC Milan and Bournemouth. The lads discuss
Part 1) AC Milan
• Match Summary: Possession, XG, XA, XT, Shots, Big Chances
• LFC Defensive Shape and adjustments
• LFC dominance and control
• Technical note on EPV vs XT
Part 2) Bournemouth
• Lineups. Rotation, but limited. How are we doing managing the squad?
• Bournemouth lineup and approach. Ireola analysis
• Match Summary: Possession, XG, XA, XT, Shots, Big Chances
• Another game 2-0 up quickly – are there any common themes we're seeing from our play in close game states?
• LFC goals, Diaz analysis: Shotmaps, Dribbling, Crossing and Passes Received
• Bournemouth 48% possession and 11 shots to 9 in the 2nd half – does it matter?
Part 3) Discussion point. Before Milan, Slot said Dom needed more G+A. What’s the required level of production for the 4th attacker in a team challenging for trophies
Statspacks:
Milan: https://drbarts.quarto.pub/cl-match-day-1-season-2425/
Bournemouth: https://drbarts.quarto.pub/match-day-5-season-2425-e9a8/
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