Looking at Passing Map data of Rangers from the Hibs games reveals how incredibly narrow they now are but with a surprising twist. Looking at Passing maps reveals that Rangers in possession and on the attack play a formation of 2-3-4-1 with the 4 being positions towards the left of the pitch to favour the technical strengths of Expensive Loan Flop SIlva ( who has no pace). So on the attack Rangers become narrow in defence and midfield and then have 4 players up up the top of the pitch who try and offer ome width. SO this explains why Rangers are so wide open in Transitions even against average teams. Clement loads 4 player behinnd a single Striker and really its a very attacking set up and far more risky than the previous three managers set-up. In fact in attacking situations Rangers are totally exposed on both their Left and Right because Barasic stays high up the pitch he almost doubles up as a winger with Silva and Tavernier inverts into a central Right midfield position. I would be astonished if they played with this set-up for all the game against Celtc but they might do this Agressive tactic for the first 25 minutes. Essentially I predict Rangers deploying this wierd 2-3-4-1 formation for the first 25 minutes, because they know they have to score inside the first 25 minutes otherwise that tension from the stands will cascade on them and reduce their morale.
Hi - thanks for that really interesting. My biased recall is Celtic traditionally struggle against gnarly physical TRFC sides. I;m sees this as a good potential match up. But anyway the pod is about Livingston 😂
Our American Celt said right at the very start of this video that it was ONLY all about a review of the Livingston game & that we ALL had to wait until Friday for The Huddle Breakdown's preview of Sunday's Glasgow derby & Wee Enda also making a rare guest appearance, but instead of you just chilling & waiting until then, you choose to blatantly ignore the edict & already start inanely yapping about Sunday ya daft silly trucker.....
Second time playing livi in the last few weeks. We handled the size differences a lot better than in the cup game. We were comfortable throughout the game so we learned ourlesson from cup game.
Lot of people me included have grave concerns over John Beaton, however this Alan Muir is worthy of scrutiny. Personally I fear the fix is in on Sunday
I'll miss the Livingston stadium in the SPL but I won't miss the pitch. Its a shame because its a good atmosphere in there and one of the better venues in the SPL, but the worst playing surface.
Is there a recorded stat for blocked shots? O'Riley seems to have a lot of them. I'd like to know what the averages are there. I don't know why he doesn't take an extra touch to open up space.
An extra touch usually results in closed space. Top of the charts for blocked shots is (drum roll): Kyogo 1.01; O'Riley 0.91; Palma 0.67; Yang 0.64. So your instincts were good.
@@alanmorrison5981 depends on the quality of the touch...for example I see Hatate able to create a space to shoot with his touch. Maybe in Matt's case he should take first time shots. Whatever he's doing he's too predictable.
Hello Tom - we had to abandon live shows for the time being as a requirement of a solution we found for the technical problems we had with Alan's recording environment. We do not currently have a timeline for a return - apologies!
As long as the Ref has a quiet game, Celtic will probably take the 3 points. Nerves will be high, but the bulk of the pressure is on Rangers. Why? Because they know that the final league Derby is at CP. Simple as that.
@@frankbrennan1619 See Frank i said to James before the show, "what can be do to give Frank something to moan about" because normally he has nothing and is all sweetness and light. Just a wee joke.
Disagree, more pressure on us. If we win we will in all probability be a point ahead after they play their game in hand, and with the next derby at home we would be strong favourites to win that and the league. If we lose the league is probably done. They know even if they lose they would still have a outside chance of winning the league, if we lose we have a very slim chance.
Measured, informed analysis as usual. Thanks guys
Great show again lads.
Looking at Passing Map data of Rangers from the Hibs games reveals how incredibly narrow they now are but with a surprising twist. Looking at Passing maps reveals that Rangers in possession and on the attack play a formation of 2-3-4-1 with the 4 being positions towards the left of the pitch to favour the technical strengths of Expensive Loan Flop SIlva ( who has no pace). So on the attack Rangers become narrow in defence and midfield and then have 4 players up up the top of the pitch who try and offer ome width. SO this explains why Rangers are so wide open in Transitions even against average teams. Clement loads 4 player behinnd a single Striker and really its a very attacking set up and far more risky than the previous three managers set-up. In fact in attacking situations Rangers are totally exposed on both their Left and Right because Barasic stays high up the pitch he almost doubles up as a winger with Silva and Tavernier inverts into a central Right midfield position. I would be astonished if they played with this set-up for all the game against Celtc but they might do this Agressive tactic for the first 25 minutes. Essentially I predict Rangers deploying this wierd 2-3-4-1 formation for the first 25 minutes, because they know they have to score inside the first 25 minutes otherwise that tension from the stands will cascade on them and reduce their morale.
Hi - thanks for that really interesting. My biased recall is Celtic traditionally struggle against gnarly physical TRFC sides. I;m sees this as a good potential match up. But anyway the pod is about Livingston 😂
Great analysis , Thank you
Our American Celt said right at the very start of this video that it was ONLY all about a review of the Livingston game & that we ALL had to wait until Friday for The Huddle Breakdown's preview of Sunday's Glasgow derby & Wee Enda also making a rare guest appearance, but instead of you just chilling & waiting until then, you choose to blatantly ignore the edict & already start inanely yapping about Sunday ya daft silly trucker.....
@@frankbrennan1619 I don't care about Livingstone
@@ajsctech8249 Or being told what to do or how to spell correctly, so the perfect kidult really.....
Second time playing livi in the last few weeks. We handled the size differences a lot better than in the cup game. We were comfortable throughout the game so we learned ourlesson from cup game.
Excellent 🍀 COYBIG 🍀
Fantastic presentation Lads, looking forward to your video on The Rangers game
Thanks
Lot of people me included have grave concerns over John Beaton, however this Alan Muir is worthy of scrutiny.
Personally I fear the fix is in on Sunday
I think we have more than enough to beat Rangers but I see Beaton is reffing the game.
Wait till Friday to start talking aboot Sunday....
I'll miss the Livingston stadium in the SPL but I won't miss the pitch. Its a shame because its a good atmosphere in there and one of the better venues in the SPL, but the worst playing surface.
Thought the team played well at Livi, the result was never in doubt. All to play for on Sunday.
Is there a recorded stat for blocked shots? O'Riley seems to have a lot of them. I'd like to know what the averages are there. I don't know why he doesn't take an extra touch to open up space.
An extra touch usually results in closed space. Top of the charts for blocked shots is (drum roll): Kyogo 1.01; O'Riley 0.91; Palma 0.67; Yang 0.64. So your instincts were good.
@@alanmorrison5981 depends on the quality of the touch...for example I see Hatate able to create a space to shoot with his touch. Maybe in Matt's case he should take first time shots. Whatever he's doing he's too predictable.
How do I find out when the huddle is on live?
Hello Tom - we had to abandon live shows for the time being as a requirement of a solution we found for the technical problems we had with Alan's recording environment. We do not currently have a timeline for a return - apologies!
I really like Iwata but no doubt if Calmac is fit he will drop to the bench
I don't see why CalMac wouldn't start. If fit, he's the first name down. His Derby experience negates the fact he's not played in a couple of games.
@@Johnniebhoy83 Calmac WILL start if fit, its not up for debate, just saying i like Iwata
As long as the Ref has a quiet game, Celtic will probably take the 3 points. Nerves will be high, but the bulk of the pressure is on Rangers.
Why? Because they know that the final league Derby is at CP. Simple as that.
Friday is when we ONLY start talking aboot Sunday....
@@frankbrennan1619 See Frank i said to James before the show, "what can be do to give Frank something to moan about" because normally he has nothing and is all sweetness and light. Just a wee joke.
@@alanmorrison5981 I'm the only yin doing whit he wis telt tae dae by the Yank!
@@frankbrennan1619 Rule 1 of THB is we never do what James says
Disagree, more pressure on us. If we win we will in all probability be a point ahead after they play their game in hand, and with the next derby at home we would be strong favourites to win that and the league. If we lose the league is probably done. They know even if they lose they would still have a outside chance of winning the league, if we lose we have a very slim chance.
Great Intro James! Don’t listen to this pod 😂😂
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Why ignore the biggest talking point of the game? I thought you'd be all over it Alan.
I've asked an independent expert for his view
@alanmorrison5981 look forward to Friday then. Cheers
I like a cliche
you've come to the right place kenny
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Very predictable what will happen John Beaton-3 big decisions for celtic rangers players kicking celtic players all over the pitch I would take draw