
James Maw
Football journalist for The Athletic who provides match analysis and commentary on Tottenham Hotspur performances, contributing expert insight throughout the episode.
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Mar 11, 2026 • 55min
Kinsky's horror show in Madrid + How long does Tudor have left?
Jay Harris, tactical-minded Football writer for The Athletic, and James Maw, match analyst at The Athletic, break down a chaotic Madrid collapse. They discuss two early goalkeeper errors, an on-field substitution controversy, managerial chaos around Tudor, tactical confusion and who might stabilise the club next. Short, sharp takes and heated debate throughout.

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Mar 2, 2026 • 52min
A performance completely lacking in confidence vs Fulham + West Ham 10 years on
James Maw, Football writer and analyst, and Dan Kilpatrick, football journalist, break down Spurs' faltering confidence after a poor Fulham display. They critique tactics, selection and recruitment. They contrast Fulham's technical superiority with Spurs' limitations, debate refereeing inconsistencies, assess Richarlison and bench options, and revisit the 10-year-old West Ham game that exposed fragile club foundations.

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Jan 21, 2026 • 45min
A sorely needed result at home vs Dortmund
James Maw, a football writer for The Athletic, joins to dissect Spurs' much-needed Champions League victory over Borussia Dortmund. They analyze the standout performances, particularly from Simons, Spence, and Solanke, and debate Kolo Muani's struggles and future prospects. The conversation touches on the impressive home form in Europe and the contrasting atmospheres of Bundesliga and Premier League fan support. Additionally, they delve into the implications of this win for Thomas Frank ahead of the challenging match against Burnley.

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Dec 8, 2025 • 50min
Simons impresses against Brentford + Loan watch, Poch & Champions League
Join football writer Jay Harris and journalist James Maw as they delve into Tottenham's much-needed victory against Brentford. They celebrate Xavi Simons' standout performance, discussing his goal and adaptation to the Premier League. Tactical tweaks in the midfield and attacking strategies take center stage, while the importance of team leadership post-Son gets notable consideration. The duo also explores the implications of upcoming Champions League matches and the potential futures of loaned players like Mikey Moore and Luka Vuskovic in a captivating discussion.

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Sep 22, 2025 • 44min
Spurs nearly enact revenge at Brighton
Danny Kelly chats with Jay Harris, a diligent football journalist, and James Maw, a keen football analyst, about Tottenham's intense 2-2 draw against Brighton. They delve into Thomas Frank's tactical tweaks and Vicario's errors that shaped the game. The discussion highlights Xavi Simons' electrifying influence on Spurs' attacking play. They also weigh the risks of fielding a rotated XI for the Doncaster Cup, pondering how to balance squad depth with cup ambitions.

Mar 6, 2026 • 53min
Another nadir - fear and loathing vs Palace
Dan Kilpatrick, Football journalist and commentator for The Athletic; Jack Pitt-Brooke, senior football writer with match analysis; James Maw, analyst focused on tactics and player psychology. They dissect a shocking collapse vs Palace. Short takes on red card incidents, baffling selections, a leadership vacuum and whether a managerial change or returning injured players can halt the slide.

Feb 23, 2026 • 52min
Do Spurs have the spirit to get themselves out of this situation?
Jay Harris, match-day reporter capturing atmosphere and moments. Dan Kilpatrick, Tottenham correspondent with tactical and club context. James Maw, tactical critic known for sharp breakdowns. They dissect the heavy derby defeat, Tudor's selection and system, the viral Van de Ven moment, the disallowed goal, crowd swings and whether the squad has the fight to change course.

Feb 20, 2026 • 41min
Is this NLD a free hit? + Tudor's backroom staff, AIA drama
James Maw, football writer and analyst known for tactical and contextual Spurs analysis, joins to dissect Tudor's coaching choices and backroom makeup. They debate managerial influence versus club structure. Discussion also covers derby build-up, Wolves result momentum, Arsenal pressure, and AIA sponsorship questions tied to relegation.

Feb 16, 2026 • 1h 1min
The Thomas Frank months + Did we give him an easy ride?
James Maw, football writer analyzing Spurs' managerial issues and club culture. Jay Harris, journalist with tactical knowledge of Brentford and Spurs. They dig into what went wrong for Thomas Frank, dressing room discipline and media reporting on internal briefings. They also debate Igor Tudor's appointment and whether he can steady the club in the short term.

Feb 9, 2026 • 52min
The 10 people responsible for this mess + Romero sees red (again)
Jay Harris, seasoned football reporter giving club context. James Maw, opinionated writer who presents a fiery top-10 blame list. Dan Kilpatrick, tactical analyst breaking down player fit. They dissect Christian Romero’s red card, captaincy questions and whether he should stay. They also debate who’s responsible for Spurs’ troubles, relegation risk and a crucial Newcastle showdown.


