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What’s been most enjoyable about these podcasts so far is how each guest – and the three images they bring – has taken the conversation down its own unexpected alley. In this episode of Hang It in the Louvre, the Pinch team welcome Marc Webster — one half of the Tufty Club — to nominate his three most iconic Sheffield United images. From Bobby Davi…
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Daboll out as Giants Coach and Burrow Practicing with Ian Rapoport
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19:46Gregg Rosenthal is joined by NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport to react to the New York Giants firing Head Coach Brian Daboll. The guys discuss want went into the decision (0:10), what could be next for General Manager Joe Schoen (06:15) and what to expect from interim Head Coach Mike Kafka (14:00). Plus, Joe Burrow is back on the practice field (16…
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Raiders-Broncos Week 10 TNF Recap and Midseason Power Rankings
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37:37That was one of the football games of all time. The Las Vegas Raiders and the Denver Broncos combined for 17 total points as Bo Nix, Sean Payton and the Broncos faithful have to feel like they got away with murder after coming away with a win in Week 10. Gregg Rosenthal and Nick Shook have recap and analysis of the day's action, but also provide le…
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Formline 2.10 – "Emergency pod ... as in, THIS IS AN EMERGENCY!"
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43:59Gah! Another mad and maddening defeat. This time against a Derby side who were gifted three goals. Sam, David and Riley briefly chat through the loss to Derby before getting into the good (and bad) stuff. Inspired by Riley’s piece a little while back, we look at the metrics that tend to point towards success in the Championship. How are Blades doin…
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Formline 2.9 – "Michael Cooper, Harrison Burrows, Callum O'Hare, and the state of our matches at 0-0..."
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1:06:32The Formline returns with an episode about three games in a week and the performances within them. Specifically, we're focussing on four key issues: Michael Cooper, Harrison Burrows, Callum O'Hare and the state of our matches at 0-0. In fact, what formation are we even playing?! Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribe…
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HANG IT IN THE LOUVRE #3 | Andrew 'Roy' 'Panchero' Hague
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56:50Someone call 999, the Louvre has been robbed… But fear not, our latest guest is here to replenish the stocks with pure, unabashed Blades imagery. You’ll know him from Blades Pod. You’ll know him from Who Remembers? pod. You’ll definitely know from him Roy’s View From and hopefully from his social media reviews on The Pinch too. Andrew/Roy/Panchero …
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HANG IT IN THE LOUVRE #2 | David 'Deadbat' Beeden
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36:58Not a deadbat, the Tufty Clubsman joined us over a very good evening where we chatted about kits, friends, family, icons, Wembley, drinking, Dave Bassett, the Kop, the memories and the cigars — all through the prism of three images. That’s how this works… Hang it in the Louvre asks guests to pitch us three photos for our gallery. Listen now to hear…
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Formline 2.8 – "The never-ending story as Blades lose again, but how far were we from a 9-point week?"
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48:07Our regular podcast about affairs on the pitch, the Formline returns with an episode about two losses. More losses, more depressing interruptions into what was a team that ‘just won’. Sheffield United are now a team that just loses. But in the games against Southampton and Hull, could it have been a different story? How close were we to three wins …
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The Needle and the Narrative; Episode 2 – “Not a Statistic: BIPOC Health & Harm Reduction” We examine how systemic racism and health disparities heighten HIV risk for BIPOC communities, and uplift culturally responsive approaches and grassroots health interventions. Thank you to the Counter Narrative Project for making this series possible. Margare…
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Formline 2.7 – "Sheffield United played three at the back, Sheffield United won a match, we did a pod about it, including a bit of a Southampton preview..."
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43:46Our regular podcast about affairs on the pitch, the Formline returns with an episode about the first Blades win of the season. Three points—it’s been a while. But was Chris Wilder’s first win, in his third spell at Bramall Lane, all that much cop? Does it matter either way? Who played well? Who played poorly? And what about that return to three at …
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We are buzzing to get this feature off the ground. Inspired by nostalgia, Desert Island Discs and, frankly, a desire to talk about happier footballing moments, Hang it in the Louvre is a podcast about real and mental images, and crazy days supporting the Blades. Huge thanks to Tyrone for being our first guest. Get full access to The Pinch at www.th…
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United Voices 2.0 – "Stand United's Joe Clift on safe standing and the return of a safe pair of hands at Bramall Lane..."
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41:51United Voices 1.03 | Joe Clift from the Stand United campaign joins us for a special United Voices episode. Sam, David, and Joe dive into safe standing—its impact on atmosphere, the four years of tireless advocacy it took, and the crucial backing from the Fan Advisory Board and others that finally got it over the line. And of course, we couldn’t ig…
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Formline 2.6 - "Off Menu: starters, mains and tactical triflings for our dream Blades team..."
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58:39In today’s episode, we are using the structure of the Off Menu podcast to formulate our dream team from Sheffield United’s current squad. Sam and Riley have to pick one formation, one outfit, one captain and eleven players to finalise their dream Blades menu. We hope it’s a treat. Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribe…
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Formline 2.5 - "Blades win transfer deadline day (well, kind of) ..."
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1:03:50Sheffield United Transfer Deadline Podcast -- as it happened, or didn't happen. Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy The Pinch
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Formline 2.4 - "Four games of pain; any crumbs of comfort?"
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1:02:29It's not the start we wanted, but are the Blades’ four losses in a row the results we deserve? Sam, David and Riley assess performances after four games. This is why we started the Formline: to analyse games in bunches to try and spot trends. Unfortunately, the most obvious trend is downwards. But can we find crumbs of comfort? Look hard enough, an…
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Michael Harney from Western North Carolina AIDS Project (WNCAP). Intersecting Stories: HIV, Drug User Health, and Vulnerable Communities.This four-part series aims to amplify the voices of communities impacted by HIV, while exploring the role of harm reduction in addressing health disparities. Each episode focuses on a different vulnerable populati…
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⚔️ Sheffield United Season Preview Podcast Part Two
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53:20Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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⚔️ Sheffield United Season Preview Podcast Part One
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46:12Sheffield United Season Preview | After a pre-season packed with thumping wins, kit launches, and a beautiful own goal, the Championship is back – and so is The Pinch. David, Sam, and Riley kick off their two-part season preview with a detailed look at United’s pre-season results, tactical shifts under new management, and which players are catching…
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Formline 2.3 - "The Sheffield United Squad Depth Pod..."
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55:28Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy The Pinch
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Formline 2.2 - "Karl Marx, Colonel Gaddafi and transfers..."
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Formline 2.1 - "Chris Wilder to be sacked: what happens next?"
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1:07:11On this episode of The Pinch, we dig into a sacking that speaks volumes. We reflect on Wilder’s legacy, question the timing of his exit, and try to make sense of an ownership group with bold ideas, a clear disdain for sentiment, and a recruitment model powered by algorithms… or is it? Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribe…
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State of Play 2.0 - "Talking GBE, ESC and overseas targets with Andy Watson..."
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51:17What does Brexit have to do with Sheffield United’s next signing? Quite a lot, actually. In this episode of The Pinch, we unpack the hidden world of football visas with analyst Andy Watson, revealing how the right knowledge of GBE and ESC rules can give clubs like United a massive recruitment edge. Packed with examples, past missteps, and future ta…
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Formline 1.21 – "Lessons from the pain: the way forward in 25/26"
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1:03:14Welcome to The Pinch Podcast, where heartbreak meets hard truths. In this post-play-off special, we confront the gut-punch of Wembley defeat and explore the real lessons from Sheffield United’s 2024/25 season. From Chris Wilder’s risk-averse tactics and missed attacking fluidity, to urgent calls for smarter recruitment and a proactive board, we bre…
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Play-off final - Sunderland preview: "over, through and round..."
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34:09In this special play-off final edition of The Formline, Sam and Riley step in to assess Sheffield United’s chances at Wembley after a dominant semi-final showing. With Sunderland pulling off a dramatic turnaround of their own, it’s set to be a clash packed with nerves, history, and high stakes—the richest game in football and that big white arch aw…
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Play-off Special Part 2 – With George Elek from Not The Top 20 podcast
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23:09With the Blades back in the mix and the stakes sky-high, we’re joined by EFL expert and Not The Top 20 co-host George Elek to break it all down. NTT20 LIVE IN SHEFFIELD: Alongside Not The Top 20 co-host Ali Maxwell, he will be playing live at the Crossed Wires festival in Sheffield, at the Crucible! This is happening on Saturday 5 July, kicking off…
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Sheffield United vs Bristol City: play-off preview part one
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38:33The Pinch Podcast returns with part one of our play-off preview, diving deep into our semi-final clash with Bristol City. Expect analysis, optimism (yes, really), and a bit of tactical talk. Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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Formline 1.20 – Kieffer Moore, Rob Holding, and who do we want in the play-off semis?
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37:11As the Blades head into the final day of the season, Sam, David and Riley pick out some key performances from the past three games and agree on the team they don't want to face in the play-offs. Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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Formline 1.19 – "Leadership: Robinson, Wilder and getting emotional..."
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48:48A horrible run of three defeats on the bounce has put the Blades at the back of the queue for the automatic spots – David Taylor, Sam Parry and Riley Roberts pull it apart with one eye on leadership. Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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Formline 1.18 – "Sonic Youth: Femi Seriki, Sydie Peck, Andre Brooks and Tom Cannon + Coventry reaction"
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46:01Sam, David and Riley cast their eye over one of the youngest squads in the Championship, zooming in on four players - as is Formline tradition - Seriki, Peck, Brooks and Cannon. There's also a bit of time to assess the Coventry game, and the elephant in the room, Riley's harsh ratings. Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribe…
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Formline 1.17 – Last four, next four, and predictions for the Championship run-in
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55:27Sam, David and Riley review the previous four fixtures and look ahead to the four matches to come – plus points predictions, opposition run-ins and a hint of derby double revelry. Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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United Voices 1.03 – "Marty Griot on poster pasting and the hope of a promotion party "
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47:24United Voices 1.03 | In this latest episode of our United Voices series, Sam and David chat with artist Marty Griot. His work brings colour to matchdays and beyond, bleeding into its environment. We discuss past, present and future, as well as inspiration and aspiration, plus a quick catch-up about last week’s defeat to table-toping Leeds United. t…
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Formline 1.16 – The 4 biggest players for the final 13 games - plus would you buy or sell the Sheffield United dip?
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40:01Which individuals could make the biggest impact in the final 13 games? That’s the question we’re debating on the latest podcast. Sam picks four, Riley picks four, and David adjudicates—no easy task when there is only one shared pick. As we arrive at the final four, we also discuss the question of whether you’d be buying or selling the Sheffield Uni…
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Formline 1.15 – "Four-game trends, big-game players, and how to pronounce Nwachukwu..."
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44:48With new signings in the building, Sam, David and Riley deep-dive into the previous four matches, look ahead to Portsmouth and discuss AI player-trading Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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State of Play 1.03 – "Got/Need": Sheffield United's January Transfer Window
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44:08Listen | Ben Brereton Diaz, Tom Canon, Jonjoe Kenny, Michael Keane and more - Sam, Riley and David assess the signings, the rumoured signings, and their aura. Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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Formline 1.14 – "Tough times don't last forever"... No they don't Chris, no they don't.
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1:03:31LISTEN | The Pinch podcast is back with the first Formline episode of 2025. In this episode, we discuss the trends of a difficult but not deadly festive period. Who’s performed best? Who’s performed worst? Has Tom Davies transformed Callum O’Hare’s form? Has our xG data deviated that much from our baseline? Have performances dropped? Have we been u…
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Formline 1.13 – "Blades don't gerrit in the mixer, and other trends..."
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38:39Sheffield United don't cross much, but why? Sam, David and Riley discuss the trend and share thoughts on Rak-Sakyi's dip in form, our level of control and whether a regression is on the horizon. Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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State of Play 1.02 – Sheffield United Takeover: does it happen, and if so what next?
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33:23State of Play 1.02 | The Pinch pod is back to talk takeovers. Is it on? And if so, what happens next? What approach might would-be new owners take? What does it mean for Wilder, for transfers and for the fan experience? thepinch.uk/ Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy The Pinch
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Formline 1.12 – "Re-rating the Championship: Man vs Sim in a mid-season 1-24..."
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1:07:08Too often, we judge the competition over the early part of the season. We wanted to re-rate every team in the Championship to see who are the biggest threats and easiest targets. So we’ve predicted the final league table, hunch vs heft, man vs sim, and Sam vs Riley (adjudicated by David). Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribe…
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Formline 1.11 – "Peck, O'Hare, Gilchrist and Campbell, a four-player deep dive + Sheffield derby reaction"
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44:36Sam, David and Riley take a deep dive into the performances of Sydie Peck, Callum O'Hare, Alfie Gilchrist and Tyrese Campbell. With a long Saturday-Tuesday-Saturday slog ahead of the Blades, all four players will play a big part over the next few months. What can we expect? Is there room for improvement? Are they doing enough now? Get full access t…
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Formline 1.10 – "Sheffield derby preview: does form go out the window?"
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41:23LISTEN IN | Blades, fresh off the back of three wins in a row, take on the noisy neighbours for the first time in almost 5 years. Does form go out of the window? Do Wednesday pose a threat? Why Blades are rightful favourites, and does being the underdog make a difference? Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribe…
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Formline 1.09 – "The Ceiling and the Floor..."
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49:01In this episode, we’re measuring the Blades's performances against a few different metrics to calculate the height of our ceiling and the depth of our floor. Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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Wildest Ride [E3]: "Rise and Fall" with Nathan Hemmingham
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1:10:48Rise and Fall From firm favourites for the drop and pundit premonitions of getting ‘annihilated’, to ninth in the top flight and discussions on whether the Blades could even make the Champions League, and finally to a post-lockdown descent into disappointment, departures and a merciful return to the Championship, our previous short stint in the Pre…
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Wildest Ride [E2]: "The Class of 18/19" with Kate Burlaga
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1:14:14The Class of 18/19 If you go to a pub in Ireland, you have to have a song. And if you don’t have a song, you might as well not go to the pub at all. Wise words of warning from John Egan: but at the time he said this, there was no risk of silence in S2. Sheffield United’s 2018/19 season was music to our ears. Part two of our trilogy of podcasts on t…
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Welcome to the Wildest Ride, a three-part podcast on Sheffield United from 2016-2021: a magical time that saw the Blades drag themselves from the middle of League One to the top half of the Premier League. Part one focuses on that first season, when Chris Wilder and Alan Knill arrived at a club on its knees, ripped up the rulebook and concocted a t…
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Formline 1.08 – "Stock Take: Souttar, Burrows, O'Hare and Moore + Swansea rotation reaction..."
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39:41Listen now | Sam and Riley talk Swans and take stock of four summer recruits: Harry Souttar, Harrison Burrows, Callum O'Hare and Kieffer Moore. Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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Formline 1.07 – "Is the league table lying?"
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39:40Listen now | Would it lie to you? The Championship league table that is. In this episode of the Formline, we analyse the truths and lies of the league table as it stands, including a deep-dive into the good, bad and ugly of the season so far, Gustavo Hamer’s form, plus a Pompey preview… Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribe…
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Formline 1.06 – "Four Blades games gone, four themes to think about..."
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35:50Listen now | Game-state, chance creation, Oliver Arblaster and the 'problem' of left-hand side – David Taylor and Sam Parry analyse Sheffield United's Championship start Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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State of Play 1.01 – "Michael Cooper – A generational goalkeeper..."
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27:56State of Play 1.01 | Sam, David, and guest, Craig Bradley, dive deep into the career and prospects of new goalkeeper, Mike Cooper. thepinch.uk/ Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy The Pinch
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Formline 1.05 – "Rak Sak and three smoking barrels..." – Sheffield United's four latest signings
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37:07"Rak Sak and three smoking barrels..." – Sheffield United's four latest signings - Alfie Gilchrist, Harry Souttar, Tyrese Campbell and Jesurun Rak-Sakyi Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribeBy A good pinch of pod stuff about Sheffield United Football Club.
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Formline 1.04 – Season Preview Part Two with George Elek
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20:29Formline 1.04 | George Elek from the Not The Top 20 Podcast joins David and Sam talk Harrison Burrows, summer business, Chris Wilder and the Blades' opening fixtures against Preston North End. thepinch.uk/ 38e3b12fb589f25eea10a949bb8f6848c469d3ec Get full access to The Pinch at www.thepinch.uk/subscribe…
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