Take a look at my interview with Markus Babbel below hosted by @NBO_CO_UK We discussed —His insights on modern football tactics —His vision for the future of the sport and the youth —His favorite experiences as a coach and player And of course... Messi or Ronaldo?

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Bradley Barcola is the Mbappe replacement.

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Sverre Nypan is the succession of KDB. -Advanced playmaker -Excellent vision and awareness in half spaces -Technical Ability -- executing incisive passes -Tight space dribbling and composure -Body manipulation -- use of body movement to create space

Atalanta has had the best transfer window this season. Wouldn’t be surprised if they make a push for a Quarter-Finals spot in the UCL. Or, fight near Top 4 in Serie A this season.

Thiago Motta’s attacking philosophy and style is intriguing and effective. One concern for Juventus is their defensive cover—particularly facing the counter. Motta’s Bologna showed vulnerabilities in zonal marking and structural defense. We will see tomorrow.

Raheem Sterling can easily still play for a UCL level team. There’s many clubs he can succeed at, due to him being able to play as a central runner or on the width. There’s still time left for him.

Funny conversation below Poch is of course a upgrade and positive addition to the USMNT team Funny because Poch’s teams don’t start playing the football match until the 60th minute has arrived Hard to make USMNT a great team if there’s MLS players in the starting 11

That’s —United’s RW issue solved —Inter Milan’s RWB issue solved —Barcelona’a LW issue solved —Liverpools Diaz Replacement (If sold) For around €25m, and every club is sleeping.

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The part you may have been waiting for. Kurosh Moghtader: "I’ve got to ask this one—Messi or Ronaldo? It’s the question everyone has an opinion on!" Markus Babbel: "2 unbelievable players. And the most important thing for me is they inspired so many young players. I think this

Kurosh Moghtader: "Reflecting on your career, do you have a favorite match that you played or coached in? What made that match stand out for you?" Markus Babbel: "My, my biggest game I, I ever played from, from all the emotions, from, from everything was the semi-final 1996

Markus Babbel: "Very difficult because tactics sometimes, you know, if I see some managers, they're talking about tactics, I say, 'Wow, slow down.' The opposite side also has eleven players. So this is normally man against man, 11 against 11. Tactics can help, you know, to defend

Kurosh Moghtader: "It’s fascinating to hear your perspective. I imagine that your experiences as a player must have greatly shaped your approach to coaching. How did those experiences influence your coaching philosophy and style?" Markus Babbel: "I always tried to pick up the

Kurosh Moghtader: "You started at Stuttgart and then ended with Sydney Wanders FC in Australia, leaving there in 2020. I'm curious, are you looking to return to the coaching industry?" Markus Babbel: "Not really. Not really because it's a tough job. And my family and myself, we

Some graphics from his 2023/2024 season with Bologna No stats or graphics can truly capture his versatility —A player who can slot in anywhere along the backline —Exceptional in isolation defending —Perfect balance of anticipation and aggressiveness Certainly one to watch.